
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.02
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Tips
Competitive wages
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid vacation
Wellness time
Parental leave
free meal
401(k)
Team member merch shop
Job Description
Sweetgreen is a dynamic national restaurant brand committed to fostering healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Founded in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the concept of fast food by emphasizing freshness, flavor, and sustainability while building strong relationships with farmers and local communities. The company is dedicated to creating spaces that bring together food, people, and purpose, offering guests a wholesome eating experience that prioritizes quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation. Sweetgreen values diversity and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, or military status. They also participate in the federal E-Verify program to ensure employment eligibility. Sweetgreen prides itself on offering growth and leadership opportunities within its fast-paced restaurant environment, empowering team members to develop and advance over time.
The role of a Sweetgreen Team Member is much more than that of a typical restaurant employee. Team members are integral to the Sweetgreen mission, helping connect guests to real, fresh food while delivering exceptional hospitality every day. This position entails working in a high-energy, supportive environment where every team member contributes to creating memorable guest experiences that reflect the brand's values. Whether preparing ingredients, assembling orders, or welcoming and serving customers, Sweetgreen Team Members play a pivotal role in ensuring fast, fresh, and thoughtfully made food is delivered with care and precision. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about food, enjoy a fast-paced, people-focused workplace, and aspire to grow within the company. Sweetgreen offers competitive wages and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, wellness time, parental leave, and 401(k) plans, with eligibility considerations. Additionally, team members receive a free meal every shift, access to a merchandise shop, and tips at select locations. Top performers have the opportunity to advance into leadership roles such as Shift Leader or General Manager within three years, making this a promising career path for motivated individuals seeking long-term stability and professional development in the food industry. This role requires physical endurance and the ability to manage various tasks responsibly and safely.
The role of a Sweetgreen Team Member is much more than that of a typical restaurant employee. Team members are integral to the Sweetgreen mission, helping connect guests to real, fresh food while delivering exceptional hospitality every day. This position entails working in a high-energy, supportive environment where every team member contributes to creating memorable guest experiences that reflect the brand's values. Whether preparing ingredients, assembling orders, or welcoming and serving customers, Sweetgreen Team Members play a pivotal role in ensuring fast, fresh, and thoughtfully made food is delivered with care and precision. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about food, enjoy a fast-paced, people-focused workplace, and aspire to grow within the company. Sweetgreen offers competitive wages and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, wellness time, parental leave, and 401(k) plans, with eligibility considerations. Additionally, team members receive a free meal every shift, access to a merchandise shop, and tips at select locations. Top performers have the opportunity to advance into leadership roles such as Shift Leader or General Manager within three years, making this a promising career path for motivated individuals seeking long-term stability and professional development in the food industry. This role requires physical endurance and the ability to manage various tasks responsibly and safely.
Job Requirements
- Must be available to work a minimum of 12 hours per week
- Lifting 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/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 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
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
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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