Core Team Member

Sweetgreen is a vibrant plant-forward food company passionately driven by a mission to cultivate healthier communities through the connection of people to real, wholesome food. Founded on a commitment to sustainability and health, Sweetgreen has carved a niche in the fast-casual dining space, emphasizing fresh, nutrient-dense offerings made from the finest ingredients in an environmentally conscious manner. This innovative establishment is dedicated not only to providing nourishing meals but also fostering a workplace culture that supports personal growth, inclusivity, and a collective movement towards a better future. Sweetgreen is known for its collaborative work environment that values diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring all team members and applicants enjoy a respectful, supportive experience regardless of gender, race, age, disability, or veteran status.

As a Sweetgreen Team Member, you become an integral part of a mission-driven team, acting as an ambassador who embodies the company’s values and devotion to health-focused dining and community wellness. This full or part-time role is designed for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, customer-centric environments and are eager to contribute positively every day. Team Members are empowered to deliver exceptional hospitality, engage actively with customers, and maintain stellar standards of food quality and safety. Whether preparing ingredients, assembling fresh salads, or managing station organization, you will have comprehensive training and ongoing support to excel at every aspect of the job.

The position emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and leadership progression, with high-performing employees having the exciting pathway to advance to General Manager within approximately 36 months. Sweetgreen values adaptability, proactivity, and a passion for food quality, and expects its team members to uphold rigorous standards related to hygiene, safety, and customer interaction. As part of the team, you will gain experience with kitchen tools and systems, practice sustainable handling of ingredients, and contribute to an efficient, welcoming dining experience. The role requires physical stamina to perform hands-on duties such as chopping, mixing, and occasionally lifting heavier items, maintaining focus through peak service hours, and supporting the broader team climate through clear communication.

Joining Sweetgreen means immersing yourself in an environment that supports your personal and professional wellbeing, offering competitive wages with raises for skill acquisition, tips (dependent on location and role), and access to medical, dental, and vision plans available to eligible part-time and full-time members. Additional benefits include paid vacation and wellness time, paid parental leave, a 401k plan, complimentary healthy meals during shifts, and unique opportunities to engage with the Sweetgreen community through exclusive merchandise and events. Sweetgreen’s commitment to employee care mirrors its dedication to sustainability and innovation, affirming that your contributions matter both locally and globally as part of an inspiring movement to reshape fast food into a force for good.