Restaurant Team Member - Cook

Overview

Join Noodles & Company as a Restaurant Team Member - Cook and help our back‑of‑house kitchen crew prepare fresh ingredients, cook dishes to order, and keep our kitchens running smoothly and consistently.

• Prepare fresh ingredients and cook dishes to order.
• Ensure each dish is made with consistency, quality, and attention to presentation.
• Follow recipes, prep guides, and standard procedures accurately.
• 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 where communication matters.
• Manage multiple tasks effectively to meet guest expectations during busy shifts.
• Work safely around kitchen equipment, heat, and steam.
• Use kitchen tools, timers, and basic systems as part of daily routines.
• Keep the restaurant clean and organized while following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Show dependability, positivity, and a supportive attitude to every shift.
• 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.
• Must be at least 16 years old.

• No prior sauté pan experience required – paid training provided.
• Strong desire to build skills, learn new techniques, and grow with a team that values your contribution.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 55 pounds.
• Commitment to a positive kitchen environment and team collaboration.

• 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 achievements.
• Free mental health, legal, and financial resources.
• Medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and stock purchase discounts.
• Leadership development programs.
• Free online Spanish and English courses.
• Noodles Resource Groups for inclusive communities that foster belonging, build connections, and support personal and professional growth.
• Additional benefits details:

Pay Range:
USD $10.00 - $16.00 /hr

Location:

1560 Koeller Street, Oshkosh, WI

Final date to receive applications:
Ongoing – submit at your convenience.

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