Assistant Restaurant Manager

Sweetgreen is a renowned national restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people to real, wholesome food. Established in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the fast-food sector to focus on fresh, flavorful ingredients sourced directly from farms and local communities. The company places a strong emphasis on sustainability, organic and locally sourced products, and maintaining close relationships with farmers to ensure high quality and environmentally responsible offerings. With locations spread across the United States, Sweetgreen continues to expand while fostering a culture that values innovation, inclusivity, and community well-being. The company actively supports the growth and development of its employees, creating a vibrant workplace environment where individuals can thrive personally and professionally.

The role of Assistant Coach (Assistant General Manager) at Sweetgreen is a dynamic leadership position that plays a crucial part in supporting the store's operational success and developing team members for future leadership roles. This hands-on leadership role involves inspiring and mentoring employees, driving operational excellence, and delivering outstanding guest experiences. Partnering closely with the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach helps set goals, monitor performance, and navigate challenges using data-driven insights from operational dashboards. The Assistant Coach is responsible for fostering a positive team culture rooted in trust and recognition, managing staffing schedules, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

Key responsibilities include overseeing food safety protocols, maintaining cleanliness and equipment standards, and resolving any facility or supply issues to guarantee compliance and top quality. This role also involves enhancing the customer experience by adhering to company standards, responding to guest feedback, and ensuring timely and accurate service across in-store and digital platforms. Financial acumen is crucial as the Assistant Coach manages controllable costs, drives sales strategies, and supports the execution of both short- and long-term business plans.

Sweetgreen offers a competitive starting salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 USD for this position, supplemented by up to 15% bonus potential. Employees benefit from comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, paid vacation, wellness time, a 401(k) savings plan, paid family leave, and additional perks such as complimentary greens and free Sweetgreen swag. The company fosters a collaborative environment where core values are lived daily, and career growth opportunities are supported through clear pathways for professional development.

Joining Sweetgreen means contributing to a mission-driven organization that blends food, people, and purpose to make a lasting impact on communities. The Assistant Coach role invites passionate, organized, and communicative leaders to join this movement, helping to shape a healthier future by mentoring teams and driving excellent operational outcomes at one of the nation's leading fast-casual restaurants.