Regional Area Manager — Lead Ops, Growth & Teams

Noodles & Company; Ohio; On-site; USD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and stock purchase discounts

Maternity/paternity/adoption benefits

Scholarship opportunities

Monthly technology stipend

Gift card discounts

Job summary

Noodles & Company is seeking an Area Manager to oversee the performance of 5–12 restaurants, leading operations, local marketing, and the development of restaurant managers. The role emphasizes driving sales, controlling costs, and upholding high standards of guest experience across the assigned area.

You will travel between locations, implement company initiatives with the Regional Directors, and coach managers to build a strong, diverse leadership team while maintaining compliance with

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of prior restaurant experience.
• Experience leading multi-unit initiatives preferred.
• Strong delegation and accountability abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across the assigned area to drive guest experience, culinary operations, and P&L.
• Plan and delegate area responsibilities to ensure consistent operations.
• Lead implementation of company initiatives with Regional Directors and Support Team.
• Drive area sales growth through local marketing and guest-focused strategies.
• Review area operations and reports to identify problems and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage area P&L by monitoring expenses against budget and taking corrective action.
• Develop area succession plans and lead recruiting efforts.
• Coach restaurant managers and set development goals for career progression.
• Foster a positive team environment and recognize achievements.
• Travel between restaurants for meetings, training, and support.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Coaching

Communication

Delegation

Time management

Hiring

Multisite management

Job description

Noodles & Company is seeking an Area Manager to oversee the performance of 5–12 restaurants, leading operations, local marketing, and the development of restaurant managers. The role emphasizes driving sales, controlling costs, and upholding high standards of guest experience across the assigned area.

You will travel between locations, implement company initiatives with the Regional Directors, and coach managers to build a strong, diverse leadership team while maintaining compliance with