Restaurant Shift Manager

Noodles & Company; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 19,975 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Meal and lifestyle discounts

Tuition assistance

Recognition programs

Health and wellness resources

401(k) with employer match

Leadership development programs

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain is hiring a Shift Manager in Rochester, MN. This role involves leading a team, ensuring food safety, and delivering great customer experiences. Candidates should have experience in hospitality and be at least 18 years old. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $14.50 to $21.00 per hour, flexible schedules, and a supportive work environment. No specific application deadline, applications open on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Ability to support and lead across both front- and back-of-house.
• Meet physical requirements including lifting up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach restaurant teams to deliver excellent guest experiences.
• Uphold food safety, quality, and cleanliness standards.
• Communicate with team and address issues during shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Food Safety

Team Motivation

Communication

Job description

Restaurant Shift Manager

Noodles & Company is hiring a Shift Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences.

Why Choose Noodles & Company?

• Join a supportive restaurant leadership team where your voice matters
• Competitive pay plus tips
• Flexible schedules for part-time or full-time needs
• Ability to get early access to earned pay
• Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities
• 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
• Free online Spanish and English courses
• Noodles Resource Groups – inclusive communities that foster belonging and support your personal and professional growth
• Learn more about our benefits: https://www.noodles.com/careers/perks

What You Bring to the Table

• Previous leadership or management experience (preferred)
• Experience in customer service, hospitality, or restaurant operations with the ability to support and lead across both front‑ and back‑of‑house
• Leading with energy, positivity, and consistency, especially during busy shifts and peak hours
• Supporting, coaching, and motivating team members throughout the shift
• Upholding and modeling food safety, quality, cleanliness, and daily operational standards
• Delegating responsibilities effectively to support smooth service and strong results
• Owning open, mid, or close routines for your shift and setting the next shift up for success
• Recognizing team members for their contributions and celebrating shift wins
• Communicating clearly with your team and addressing issues as they arise
• Meeting the physical requirements of the role, which may include standing for long periods, bending, twisting, reaching, lifting up to 55 pounds, and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Obtaining and maintaining any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Being at least 18 years old

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 all Noodlers feel supported, respected, and able to bring their full selves to work.

Application Deadline

We accept applications for this position on an ongoing basis. There is no specific application deadline, and we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications at their convenience.

Pay Range

USD $14.50 – $21.00 per hour.

Location

4607 Maine Avenue SE, Rochester, MN

Seniority Level & Employment Type

Mid‑Senior level – Part‑time.