Restaurant Team Member - Cook

Noodles & Company; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay plus tips

Flexible schedules

Tuition assistance

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Noodles & Company is looking for Team Members to join our back-of-house kitchen crew in Manitowoc, WI. As a Team Member, you will prepare fresh ingredients and cook dishes while ensuring consistency and quality.

This role offers a flexible schedule and competitive pay ranging from $12.00 to $17.00 per hour. Join us for an opportunity to grow and build your skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• No previous cooking experience required; paid training provided.
• Must meet physical requirements, including lifting up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients and cook dishes to order.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety standards.
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Skills

Cooking skills

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

About the role

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 keep our kitchens running smoothly and consistently.

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
• 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 you personally and professionally
• 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.

Equal Opportunity

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 we are committed to creating a workplace where Noodlers feel supported, respected, and able to bring their full selves to work.

Pay Range

USD $12.00 – $17.00 /Hr.

Location

4530 Calumet Dr, Manitowoc, WI