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Core Team Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.67
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Tips
Competitive wages
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Wellness time
Parental leave
Free Meals
401k
Team member merch shop

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a leading national restaurant brand that is committed to building healthier communities by connecting people to real, fresh food. Founded in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized fast food by creating flavorful meals made from high-quality ingredients while fostering strong relationships with farmers and local communities. As a company that prioritizes sustainability and health, Sweetgreen offers an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and equal opportunity is a cornerstone of their culture. Their mission is to create spaces where food, people, and purpose come together to inspire a healthier future for all. Sweetgreen provides a dynamic, supportive, and high-energy work environment that encourages personal growth and professional development across their restaurants and support centers. This dedication to growth allows team members to evolve their careers and contribute significantly to the company’s continued success and impact.

The Sweetgreen Team Member role goes beyond basic restaurant work; it is an opportunity to become part of a larger movement advocating for real food and exceptional hospitality. Team Members engage in various tasks from preparing fresh ingredients to delivering warm and genuine guest experiences. This position offers an exciting, fast-paced work setting where employees learn new skills that build up to leadership opportunities within the organization. Sweetgreen prioritizes safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols to ensure every guest’s trust while maintaining high food and brand standards. The role is ideal for individuals who are energetic, dependable, and passionate about food and hospitality. Team Members receive hands-on training to handle food prep, service, and station organization, all designed to support efficient service and a smooth flow during even the busiest shifts. This entry-level position is a stepping stone toward growth pathways such as Shift Leader and General Manager roles, typically achievable within three years for top-performing employees. In addition to a competitive wage, this role offers comprehensive benefits for both part-time and full-time team members, including medical, dental, and vision options, paid vacation, wellness time, and parental leave. The job also comes with the perk of a free meal every shift and access to a Team Member Merch Shop for custom Sweetgreen gear. Overall, working at Sweetgreen as a Team Member means engaging with a vibrant community focused on food, hospitality, and long-term career opportunity in a well-supported, mission-driven environment.

Job Requirements

  • Must be available to work a minimum of 12 hours per week
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Routinely handling items up to 5-25 lbs and occasionally handling items 40-50 lbs
  • Bending for accessing low areas and handling items
  • Reaching for accessing high areas and handling items, includes building salads and restocking ingredients
  • Standing or walking extended periods, including moving between areas
  • Squatting for accessing low areas and handling items
  • Pulling managing tasks that require pulling items or equipment
  • Manual dexterity typing, interacting with systems, handling tools such as knives, thermometers, POS systems, and managing cleaning tools
  • Physical mobility navigating stairs, doors, ramps, elevators, and using equipment
  • Physical endurance maintaining energy and efficiency through long shifts and peak periods
  • Coordination balance, multitasking, and handling bulky items or equipment in tight spaces

Job Qualifications

  • Care about food, hospitality, and creating positive guest experiences
  • Love working in fast-paced, people-centered environments
  • Take pride in being reliable, detail-oriented, and quality-driven
  • Enjoy learning new skills and growing across multiple stations
  • Bring energy, accountability, and a team-first mindset to every shift
  • Want a job that offers growth, stability, and long-term opportunity

Job Duties

  • Deliver warm, genuine hospitality making every guest feel welcomed, cared for, and valued
  • Prep and serve fresh food with speed and precision ensuring great taste, portions, and presentation
  • Build accurate, high-quality orders that meet Sweetgreen's food and brand standards
  • Keep your station clean, stocked, and organized to support smooth service and strong flow
  • Follow food safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols to protect guest trust and team standards
  • Work seamlessly with teammates to balance prep, service, and restocking especially during busy shifts

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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