Restaurant General Manager

Noodles & Company•Savage, MN

8d•$58,000 - $68,000•Onsite

About The Position

Noodles & Company is hiring a General Manager to lead, coach, and work alongside restaurant teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences. The General Manager oversees day-to-day operations, guides the team through busy service periods, and creates a welcoming, accountable environment. The role takes ownership of the restaurant as a business, including guest experience, team development, operational results, food safety, and cleanliness. It is a hands-on position in a fast-paced restaurant environment with a variable schedule that includes weekends and holidays and may require occasional driving to support restaurant needs. The position is based at 14000 Hwy 13 South, Savage, Minnesota. The stated pay range is $58,000 to $68,000 per year.

Requirements

At least two years of management experience in food service, retail, hospitality, or hotel operations.
Proficiency in back-of-house systems and profit-and-loss management.
Strong conflict-resolution skills and clear verbal and written communication.
Ability to 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, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to obtain and maintain required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Valid driver’s license, as occasional driving is required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Flexibility to work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays; current expectations include one opening shift, two mid shifts (11 a.m.–8 p.m.), one closing shift, and one additional shift based on restaurant needs.

Nice To Haves

Restaurant General Manager experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and coach restaurant teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.
Take ownership of restaurant guest experience, team development, and operational results.
Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop team members into future leaders.
Set clear expectations, build accountability, and develop talent through ongoing coaching, recognition, and preparation for future opportunities.
Manage back-of-house systems, profit and loss, and performance reviews.
Follow operational and inventory control procedures to support efficient restaurant operations.
Drive restaurant performance through scheduling, labor management, expense tracking, and local restaurant marketing efforts.
Lead a food-safety culture that meets company standards for food quality, safety practices, and cleanliness.
Work a variable schedule, including weekends and holidays, with flexibility to meet business needs.
Occasionally drive to assist another restaurant, attend meetings or training, pick up or deliver products, or deliver catering or guest orders.
Obtain and maintain any required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with applicable regulations.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus quarterly bonus.
Paid time off, including PTO, health days, and holidays.
Parental leave and adoption or surrogacy benefits.
Optional early access to earned pay.
Meal and lifestyle discounts, including event tickets and cell phones.
Tuition discounts and student loan support.
Recognition programs.
Free mental health, legal, and financial resources.
Medical and 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 that foster belonging, connections, and personal and professional growth.