Restaurant Shift Manager

At Noodles & Company
, our mission is to nourish and inspire every team member, guest, and community we serve. We are hiring Shift Managers to lead, coach, and work alongside our teams to deliver great food and welcoming guest experiences.

• Join a supportive restaurant leadership team where your voice matters
• 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 personal and professional growth

• Bring previous leadership or management experience (preferred).
• Experience in customer service, hospitality, or restaurant operations, with the ability and willingness to support and lead across both front‑ and back‑of‑house.
• Lead with energy, positivity, and consistency, especially during busy shifts and peak hours.
• Support, coach, and motivate team members throughout the shift.
• Uphold and model food safety, quality, cleanliness, and daily operational standards.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively to support smooth service and strong results.
• Own open, mid, or close routines for your shift and set the next shift up for success.
• Recognize team members for their contributions and celebrate shift wins.
• Communicate clearly with your team and address issues as they arise.
• Meet 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.
• Obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Be at least 18 years old.

• Preferred: previous leadership or management experience.
• Experience in customer service, hospitality, or restaurant operations.
• Strong communication and team‑building skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical stamina to meet the demands of a fast‑paced restaurant environment.

• Competitive pay range: USD $18.00 - $24.00 per hour.
• Tips available.
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Free mental‑health, legal, and financial resources.
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities.
• Free online Spanish and English courses.

Location:

1550 Fall River Drive, Loveland, CO

Final date to receive applications:
Ongoing – we accept applications continuously.

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