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

• Lead a successful shift by managing team dynamics and ensuring smooth operations.
• 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 team members for their contributions and celebrate shift wins.
• Communicate clearly with the team and address issues as they arise.
• 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.
• A minimum age of 18, making this a strong opportunity for those looking to gain leadership experience and advance their restaurant career.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods, bend, twist, reach, lift up to 55 pounds, and perform routine restaurant tasks.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Customer service and hospitality knowledge.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities effectively.
• Effective communication and issue resolution skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform restaurant tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus tips.
• Flexible schedules for part-time or full-time needs.
• Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones.
• 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 $18.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.

Schedule

Flexible schedules available for part-time or full-time needs.