Shift Manager: Lead Teams, Elevate Guest Experience

Noodles & Company; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal discounts

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Earned pay access

Insurance options

Job summary

Noodles & Company is seeking a Shift Manager to lead and coach our restaurant team, delivering great food and welcoming guest experiences. You’ll ensure smooth operations, supervise during busy periods, and model strong leadership on every shift.

We offer opportunities to grow leadership skills, with a focus on teamwork, customer service, and maintaining high standards of food safety and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coaching a team on a restaurant shift.
• Background in customer service or hospitality with ability to supervise front- and back-of-house.
• Proven ability to stay energetic, positive, and consistent during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead a successful shift, coach team members, and ensure great guest experiences.
• Uphold food safety, quality, cleanliness, and daily operations standards.
• Delegate tasks to support smooth service and strong results.
• Own opening, mid, or close routines and prepare the next shift for success.
• Recognize team contributions and celebrate shift wins.
• Communicate clearly and address issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service

Hospitality knowledge

Shift management

Job description

Noodles & Company is seeking a Shift Manager to lead and coach our restaurant team, delivering great food and welcoming guest experiences. You’ll ensure smooth operations, supervise during busy periods, and model strong leadership on every shift.

We offer opportunities to grow leadership skills, with a focus on teamwork, customer service, and maintaining high standards of food safety and guest satisfaction.