Attracting the most talented team members is critical to our continued success. We are looking for genuine, nice people who value serving others in an upbeat and fast-paced (but not fast food) environment. We can offer you a great place to work, flexible hours and lots of room to grow. But fear not - while we do want to be a part of your life, we believe in work/life balance. In fact, 'being balanced' is one of our company values.

Shift Manager

A Shift Manager is responsible for leading restaurant operations during a shift by following Noodles & Company guidelines, policies and procedures. The Shift Managers are also responsible for delivering outstanding guest service, coaching, training and developing team members, and managing inventory, labor and cash handling.

Requirements:

• Effectively leads the restaurant during a shift to ensure that excellent restaurant operations are consistently achieved
• Lead each shift by delegating duties, assigning specific tasks and ensuring team members are prepared for each day
• Responsible for the training and development of team members
• Contributes to a team environment by recognizing and reinforcing individual and team accomplishments
• Follow inventory control procedures and guidelines
• Follow Noodles & Company’s operational policy and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety/security, to ensure the safety of all team members and guests during each shift
• Assist with labor management control
• Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promotes the culture of Noodles & Company • Must be proficient in each area of the restaurant in order to help where ever needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant and ensure proper set up and breakdown of the entire restaurant including dining room, restrooms, kitchen and prep areas
• Work as a team to prepare restaurant for each shift
• Ability to manage time effectively while meeting all job responsibilities
• Maintains a positive work environment for team members and guests during each shift

Additional Information:

• Greets guests to make them feel welcome and comfortable
• Prepare food including noodles, salads, soups, and sandwiches
• Ensure that team members prepare food items according to Noodles & Company standards of quality, consistency and timeliness
• Check food quality and food temperatures throughout the day to maintain company and HACCP rules and regulations
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures including knife handling and kitchen equipment
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Excellent guest service skills required
• Must be able to take direction and delegate responsibilities
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Team oriented, adaptable, dependable, and strong work ethic
• Ability to communicate efficiently to help keep all team members informed
• Ability to work nights, weekend and holidays
• Previous management or leadership experience required
• Customer service experience preferred, preferably in a restaurant environment