Thursday, April 17 @ 1PM Central

How Noodles & Company Uses Data to Improve Retention and Performance

Lessons from the Field Series: Learning How Top Performers Do It

Employee turnover remains one of the biggest challenges in the restaurant industry—but how can you use data to manage it more effectively?

In this Lessons from the Field episode, Jenilee Childs (VP of HR) and Darcy Dees (Director, HRIS & People Analytics) of Noodles & Company share how their team leverages benchmarking data to support operators with actionable insights.

Join us as we explore:

  • The key data Noodles & Company’s HR team tracks to drive improvements to turnover.

  • How the Central Support Office and Operators collaborate for better results.

  • How Noodles & Company compares its retention strategies to industry benchmarks for continuous improvement.

  • How data-driven decision-making helps Noodles & Company stay ahead of labor market trends.

Exterior of a Noodles & Company restaurant with a modern facade. Features red awnings labeled "Noodles - Pasta" over windows and entrances. Store sign is prominently displayed above, showing a logo with stylized noodles.

Panelists

A woman with long blonde hair and a white sleeveless top smiles while standing outdoors. The background is blurred with greenery and trees, suggesting a natural setting.
Jennilee Childs
VP Human Resources
Noodles & Company
A person with long brown hair is smiling at the camera. They are in front of a textured, light-colored wall.
Darcy Dees
Director – HRIS & People Analytics
Noodles & Company