Restaurant Team Member - Cook

Noodles & Company; Lake in the Hills (IL); Presencial; USD 20.664 - 27.552; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay plus tips

Flexible schedules

Earned pay access

Meal discounts

Tuition assistance

Stock purchase discounts

Leadership development

Free courses

Descripción de la vacante

Noodles & Company in Lake in the Hills, IL is seeking Back-of-House Team Members to prepare fresh ingredients and cook dishes to order. Training is provided, and you will be part of a fast-paced team focused on quality and consistency.

You will work with a supportive team, gain kitchen skills, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience for guests while meeting the physical demands of the role and maintaining high safety standards.

Formación

• No experience with a sauté pan is required; paid training provided.
• Ability to maintain quality, presentation and consistency.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Physically able to lift up to 55 pounds.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare fresh ingredients and cook dishes to order, with training provided.
• Keep dishes consistent in quality and presentation.
• Follow recipes, prep guides, and standard procedures.
• Learn and refine kitchen and sauté skills through hands-on training.
• Maintain pace during peak hours and support smooth kitchen flow.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with clear communication.
• Meet guest expectations during busy shifts while multitasking.
• Work safely around kitchen equipment, heat and steam.

Conocimientos

Cooking

Food prep

Teamwork

Safety standards

Descripción del empleo

At Noodles and Company, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We are hiring Team Members to join our back-of-house kitchen crew as cooks and line cooks who prepare fresh ingredients, cook dishes to order, and help keep our kitchens running smoothly and consistently.

We know noodles, and we know how great food, made with care, brings people together. Our back-of-house teams bring that to life every day through fresh prep, real cooking techniques, and care put into every bowl we serve. Whether you’re learning our sauté skills, supporting your team during a rush, or helping maintain a positive kitchen environment, your work shapes every bowl we serve.

If you’re ready to build skills, learn something new, and grow with a team that values your contribution, apply today. After your interview, we’ll treat you to a complimentary meal (up to $10 value), because every great connection starts with great food.

Why Choose Noodles & Company?

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

• 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, 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

As a Back-of-House Team Member, you help create a great guest experience by:

• Preparing fresh ingredients and cooking dishes to order. No experience with a sauté pan is needed; we will provide paid training.
• Ensuring each dish is made with consistency, quality, and attention to presentation.
• Following recipes, prep guides, and standard procedures accurately.
• Learning and refining kitchen and sauté skills through hands-on training.
• Maintaining pace during peak hours and supporting smooth kitchen flow.
• Working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where communication matters.
• Managing multiple tasks effectively to help meet guest expectations during busy shifts.
• Working safely around kitchen equipment, heat, and steam.
• Using kitchen tools, timers, and basic systems as part of daily routines.
• Keeping the restaurant clean and organized while following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Bringing dependability, positivity, and a supportive attitude to every shift.
• 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.
• Obtaining and maintaining any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Must be at least 16 years old, making this a great opportunity for teens or anyone eager to gain new skills and start building their career.

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.

Pay Range

USD $15.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

Location : Address

315 N. Randall Road

Location : City

Lake in the Hills

Location : State/Province

IL