Restaurant Shift Manager

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Supporting and leading teams during busy shifts and peak hours.
• Leading with energy, positivity, and consistency.
• Supporting, coaching, and motivating team members.
• Upholding and modeling food safety, quality, cleanliness, and operational standards.
• Delegating responsibilities effectively to ensure smooth service and strong results.
• Owning open, mid, or close routines for shifts and preparing the next shift.
• Recognizing team members for their contributions and celebrating successes.
• Communicating clearly with team members and addressing issues promptly.
• Maintaining physical abilities necessary for the role, including standing, bending, twisting, reaching, and lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Obtaining and maintaining any required food safety licenses or certifications.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and able to obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications.

Qualifications

• 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 operations.
• The ability to stand for long periods, bend, twist, reach, lift up to 55 pounds, and perform routine restaurant tasks.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Customer service and hospitality knowledge.
• Food safety and quality standards.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus tips.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Meal and lifestyle discounts.
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities.
• Recognition programs.
• 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 support and connection.

Pay

USD $14.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling options available.

Contact

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