Restaurant Team Member - Cook

Job Overview

At Noodles and Company
, we nourish and inspire everyone through fresh, delicious food. We are hiring Back‑of‑House Team Members for our kitchen crew. In this role you’ll prepare ingredients, cook dishes to order, and help keep our kitchens running smoothly and consistently.

• 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 your personal and professional growth
• Learn more about our benefits:

• Preparing fresh ingredients and cooking dishes to order; no sauté pan experience required – paid training provided.
• Ensuring each dish is made with consistency, quality, and attention to 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 help 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 lbs, and performing routine restaurant tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Obtaining and maintaining required food safety licenses or certifications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Ability to keep pace during busy periods.
• Strong attention to detail and customer service orientation.
• Reliability and excellent communication skills.
• Preference for team players with a positive attitude.

USD $10.00 - $16.00 per hour.

1416 W McGalliard Rd, Muncie, IN

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Part‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Restaurants