Core Team Member

Sweetgreen is a leading plant-forward food company dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people to real, wholesome food. Founded with a vision for a healthier tomorrow, Sweetgreen is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and society through sustainable practices and nutritious meal offerings. As a rapidly growing business operating in the fast casual restaurant industry, Sweetgreen prides itself on fostering a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and development for its team members. The company offers equal opportunities for all employees and applicants regardless of gender, age, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, ensuring a diverse and welcoming workplace. Sweetgreen supports career growth opportunities, allowing high-performing team members to advance quickly, including pathways to leadership roles such as General Manager within as little as 36 months. Sweetgreen also participates in federal employment verification programs and complies with applicable legal protections for employee accommodations and privacy.

The Team Member role at Sweetgreen is a critical position that serves as the frontline ambassador of the company’s mission and brand. Team Members are responsible for delivering exceptional hospitality and an outstanding customer experience while supporting smooth restaurant operations. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including food preparation, building menu items accurately and efficiently, customer interaction, maintaining cleanliness, operating kitchen tools and equipment, inventory support, and timely communication with team members. Efficient multitasking and staying organized during peak hours are essential to provide seamless service. The position demands physical endurance and coordination to handle activities such as lifting ingredients, operating equipment, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods. Candidates entering this role should be passionate about food quality, safety, and creating memorable guest experiences with a proactive and team-oriented mindset.

This position is designed to be flexible, requiring a minimum availability of 12 hours per week, making it ideal for students, part-time workers, or those seeking supplemental income. Sweetgreen values quick learners who are reliable and adapt easily to various workstations, contributing positively to the restaurant workflow and culture. Not only is this role pivotal in shaping customer perceptions and satisfaction, but it also provides team members with valuable experience and opportunities for personal and professional growth within the growing plant-forward dining industry. Sweetgreen emphasizes the importance of food safety protocols, sanitation, and allergen management to ensure the highest standards of operation and guest safety.

As part of the Sweetgreen team, individuals will enjoy various benefits including competitive wages, tips where applicable, medical, dental, and vision plan options for both part-time and full-time employees, paid vacation and wellness time, paid parental leave, 401k retirement plans, free healthy and delicious shift meals, and access to a merchandise marketplace for custom Sweetgreen gear. These benefits contribute to a supportive work environment that values both individual wellness and team success. Joining Sweetgreen means becoming part of a movement to rewrite the future of fast casual food by advancing sustainable, nutritious eating while simultaneously supporting career development and community health.