Team Member at Hartford – West Hartford, Connecticut

You are applying for work for a franchisee of Noodles & CO - Hartford Noodles, LLC, not Noodles Corp or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who set their own wage and benefit programs, which can vary between franchisees.

SUMMARY
We’re looking for a Team Member to become part of our friendly atmosphere and join our enthusiastic crew. This is you if…you’re passionate about providing guests with the best experience possible. You enjoy working with people who take food seriously yet have fun preparing and serving it. You are energized by possibility and committed to contributing to the collaborative spirit of the team. And you’re looking for an opportunity to learn, grow and explore your career potential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet guests to make them feel comfortable and welcome
• Take guests’ food orders and handle cash and credit transactions
• Follow Noodles & Company’s operational policies and procedures, including those for cash handling and
• safety/security to ensure the safety of all team members during each shift
• Demonstrate knowledge of the brand and menu items
• Serve food to guests in a courteous and timely manner
• Quickly and accurately prepare food items including prep, noodles, salads, soups, sandwiches
• Check food quality and food temperatures throughout the day to ensure that food is fresh and safe to serve
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures including knife handling and kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant and ensures proper set up and/or breakdown of the entire restaurant including dining room, restrooms, kitchen, and prep areas
• Effectively handle guest concerns and complaints
• Work as a team to prepare the restaurant for each shift
• Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promotes the culture of Noodles & Company
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Contributes to a positive team environment
• Position may include cook, cashier and/or server responsibilities
• Must adhere to appearance standards

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent guest service skills required
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Team oriented, adaptable, dependable, and strong work ethic
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be at least 16 years of age

EXPERIENCE

• Previous restaurant experience preferred