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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 $16.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Tips
Competitive wages
Shift leader and manager opportunities
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Wellness time
Parental leave
free meal
401(k)
Team member merch shop

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a nationally recognized restaurant brand committed to fostering healthier communities by connecting people to fresh, real food. Established in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the fast food industry by focusing on fresh, flavorful meals that emphasize quality ingredients sourced directly from farmers and local communities. As a company, Sweetgreen strives to create meaningful experiences for both its guests and employees, building a culture rooted in sustainability, health, and community. With its rapid growth and expansion, Sweetgreen offers numerous opportunities for employee growth and development across all locations and support centers.

Joining Sweetgreen as a Team Member means becoming a crucial part of this movement to reshape fast food. The Team Member role is much more than just working in a restaurant; it involves delivering genuine hospitality, preparing and serving fresh dishes quickly and accurately, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety. Team Members contribute daily to fostering an inviting atmosphere where guests feel welcomed, cared for, and valued. They play an essential part in ensuring that every order meets Sweetgreen's brand standards for quality, taste, portion sizes, and presentation. This environment is fast-paced and energetic, ideal for individuals who thrive in teamwork-oriented settings and enjoy serving others.

The position offers a clear growth trajectory, enabling top performers to advance to leadership roles such as Shift Leader and Manager within three years. This growth path supports those interested in developing career skills in hospitality, team management, and operations. Sweetgreen values team members who bring reliability, attention to detail, energy, and accountability, creating a culture where every shift is executed with excellence and teamwork.

The role is well-suited to candidates passionate about food and hospitality and those who want to contribute to a company that prioritizes health and sustainability. Whether prepping ingredients, assembling orders, or engaging with guests, Team Members directly impact the customer experience and the brand’s mission. The supportive and inclusive work environment encourages continuous learning and skill development across multiple kitchen stations, offering a dynamic and rewarding experience.

Sweetgreen also offers a comprehensive benefits package for both part-time and full-time Team Members, including medical, dental, and vision coverage options, paid vacation, wellness time, parental leave, and a 401(k) plan. Additionally, employees enjoy perks such as free meals during every shift, competitive wages, potential tips, and access to the exclusive Team Member Merch Shop where they can earn and purchase custom Sweetgreen gear. This robust benefits offering supports the well-being and satisfaction of all employees, reinforcing Sweetgreen’s commitment to an inclusive and thriving workplace.

Overall, Sweetgreen is not just a place to work but a community to grow with. It prioritizes equal opportunity and inclusivity in hiring, providing equal consideration regardless of gender, age, race, disability, or other protected characteristics. By joining Sweetgreen as a Team Member, individuals contribute to a healthier future while cultivating their own personal and professional development within a respected and fast-growing restaurant brand.

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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