Restaurant Shift Manager

Noodles & Company is a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its unique and diverse noodle dishes inspired by global flavors. Founded on the mission to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community they serve, Noodles & Company has established itself as a place where great food meets genuine hospitality. The company prides itself on its commitment to creating inclusive environments and fostering growth opportunities for its employees. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction, Noodles & Company attracts individuals who are passionate about food and dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

The Shift Manager role at Noodles & Company is a critical leadership position that involves guiding and supporting team members to ensure each shift runs smoothly and efficiently. Shift Managers work closely alongside their teams, providing hands-on leadership during busy service periods, coaching staff, managing operations, and creating an environment where employees feel valued and motivated. This position is responsible for upholding the restaurant's food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards while ensuring the delivery of outstanding customer service. The role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow their leadership skills within the fast-casual restaurant industry, with competitive hourly pay ranging from $18.00 to $25.00 depending on experience and location.

Shift Managers at Noodles & Company lead by example through steady execution and positive energy and are instrumental in maintaining the culture of the restaurant. They oversee daily opening, mid, and closing routines, delegate responsibilities, recognize team achievements, and handle challenges effectively to keep operations running without interruption. This role demands strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage diverse teams spanning both the front-of-house and back-of-house operations. The Shift Manager’s leadership shapes the guest experience, ensuring that customers return for the warmth, quality, and atmosphere that Noodles & Company is known for.

Beyond operational responsibilities, Noodles & Company emphasizes personal and professional development for its staff, offering tuition assistance, leadership development programs, and inclusive communities known as Noodles Resource Groups. These resources enable Shift Managers to continuously improve and grow within the organization. The company also supports employee well-being with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, free mental health resources, and financial and legal support.

This position encourages individuals who are at least 18 years old, with or without prior leadership experience, to apply. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the role and obtain required food safety certifications according to relevant regulations. Noodles & Company is an equal opportunity employer and military-friendly workplace, proudly recognized on Forbes’ lists for diversity, women in the workplace, and company culture. The restaurant encourages veterans and their spouses to apply and prioritizes a supportive, respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole self to work. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for the Fort Collins, CO location at 4733 S. Timberline Road, making it a flexible opportunity for candidates ready to step into a leadership role in a dynamic and rewarding environment.