Restaurant Shift Manager

About the role

Noodles & Company is seeking Shift Managers to lead and support their teams in delivering exceptional food and guest experiences. This role requires previous leadership or management experience, along with customer service and hospitality background.

Responsibilities

• Lead a successful shift by managing team performance and ensuring smooth service.
• Support, coach, and motivate team members, especially during busy shifts and peak hours.
• Uphold and model food safety, quality, cleanliness, and operational standards.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to ensure efficient service and strong results.
• Owning open, mid, or close routines for the shift and preparing the next shift for success.
• Recognize and celebrate team members' contributions and shift wins.
• Communicate clearly with the team and address issues promptly.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing, bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 55 pounds.

Requirements

• Previous leadership or management experience (preferred).
• Experience in customer service, hospitality, or restaurant operations.
• The ability and willingness to support and lead across both front- and back-of-house.
• Energy, positivity, and consistency, especially during busy shifts and peak hours.
• The ability to obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications.
• Able to stand for long periods, bend, twist, reach, lift up to 55 pounds, and perform routine restaurant tasks.
• Able to obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• At least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate clearly with the team and address issues as they arise.
• Must meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing, bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 55 pounds.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Customer service and hospitality knowledge.
• Food safety and operational standards adherence.
• Effective delegation and communication abilities.
• Ability to handle physical demands of the role.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus tips.
• Flexible schedules for part-time or full-time needs.
• Early access to earned pay.
• Meal and lifestyle discounts.
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities.
• Recognition programs that celebrate achievements.
• Free mental health, legal, and financial resources.
• Medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts.
• Leverage leadership development programs.
• Free online Spanish and English courses.
• Noodles Resource Groups for belonging, building connections, and personal and professional growth.

Pay

USD $13.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.

Schedule

Shifts vary based on location and department needs.

Contact

To apply, visit our careers page: https://www.noodles.com/careers