Restaurant Team Member - Cook

At Noodles and Company
, 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 each 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.

• 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
• Inclusive Resource Groups that foster belonging and support personal and professional growth
• Learn more about our benefits:

• Preparing fresh ingredients and cooking dishes to order (no experience with a sauté pan required; paid training provided).
• Ensuring each dish is made with consistency, quality, and 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 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 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 build a 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, Women, and Company Culture lists, and are committed to creating a workplace where Noodlers feel supported, respected, and able to bring their full self to work.

Final date to receive applications: We accept applications on an ongoing basis; there is no specific deadline, and we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications at their convenience.

Pay Range: USD $11.00 – $17.00 /hr.

Location: 190 S Perry Rd, Plainfield, IN

Seniority Level: Internship

Employment Type: Part‑time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Restaurants