Restaurant General Manager

Noodles & Company; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonus

Paid time off

Parental leave

Meal discounts

Tuition assistance

Career development programs

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Noodles and Company in Aurora, IL is seeking a General Manager to lead and coach our restaurant teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will own performance, develop your team, and drive operations with a focus on guest satisfaction and quality.

Responsibilities include managing scheduling, labor, expenses, and local marketing, while upholding food safety and cleanliness. The role offers competitive pay with quarterly bonuses and comprehensive benefits, reflecting our commitment to

Qualifications

• Two years of leadership experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management.
• Experience owning restaurant performance including guest experience and operations.
• Ability to lead a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and work with teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Own restaurant performance including guest experience, team development, and operational results.
• Oversee scheduling, labor management, expense tracking, and local marketing efforts.
• Maintain food safety standards and ensure cleanliness and compliance.

Skills

Leadership experience

Guest experience

Team development

Operational excellence

P&L management

Scheduling & labor

Communication

Food safety & cleanliness

Job description

At Noodles and Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We are hiring a General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

We know noodles, and we know how great food and genuine hospitality can bring people together. Our leaders bring that experience to life through steady execution, strong team development, and a focus on serving fresh ingredients with care. Whether you are guiding your team through a busy rush, supporting day-to-day operations, or fostering a warm and welcoming environment, your leadership helps shape the experience guests return for.

Why Choose Noodles & Company

We offer a place to learn, grow, and build confidence, with perks designed to support both work and life:

• Join a supportive restaurant leadership team where your voice matters


• Competitive pay, plus QUARTERLY BONUS


• Paid time off, including PTO, health days, holidays, and more


• Parental leave and adoption or surrogacy benefits


• Optional early access to earned pay when you need it


• Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones


• Tuition assistance and scholarships


• Recognition programs that celebrate your achievements


• Free mental health, legal, and financial resources to support your well-being


• Medical & pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance


• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts


• Leadership development programs to fuel your growth with us


• Free online Spanish and English courses


• Noodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support your personal and professional growth


• Learn more about our benefits: https://www.noodles.com/careers/perks

What You Bring To The Table

• Bringing at least two years of leadership experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel management. Previous Restaurant General Manager experience is a strong plus.


• Owning restaurant performance, including guest experience, team development, and operational results.


• Leading a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.


• Proficiency in back-of-house systems, P&L management, and performance reviews.


• Demonstrating strong conflict-resolution skills and clear verbal and written communication.


• Recruiting, hiring, training, managing, and developing Noodlers into future leaders.


• Identifying and developing talent by preparing high performers for promotion and recognizing exceptional contributions.


• Following operational and inventory control procedures to support smooth, efficient restaurant operations.


• Driving restaurant success through scheduling, labor management, expense tracking, and local restaurant marketing efforts.


• Leading with a culture of food safety that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.


• Working a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility to meet business needs. (Current schedule expectations include 1 opening shift, 2 mid shifts (11am–8pm), 1 closing shift, and 1 additional shift based on restaurant needs.)


• Meeting the physical requirements of the role, which may include, but are not limited to, standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.


• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.


• Must hold a valid driver’s license, as occasional driving may be necessary.


• Must be at least 18 years old.

Noodles & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military Friendly workplace. We encourage Veterans and their spouses to apply. We are proud to be recognized on Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ Best Employers for Women, and Forbes’ Best Employers for Company Culture lists, and are committed to creating a workplace where Noodlers feel supported, respected, and able to bring their full self to work.

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by role, but all positions at Noodles & Company remain open for applications for at least 3 days from the posting date. This role is currently open and accepting applications.

Pay Range

USD $58,000.00 - USD $68,000.00 /Yr.

Job Posting Date

8/14/2026

Location : Address

2365 North Farnsworth

Location : City

Aurora

Location : State/Province

IL