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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 $19.31
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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 meal
401(k)

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a renowned national restaurant brand committed to transforming the fast food landscape by connecting people to real, wholesome food. Since its establishment in 2007, Sweetgreen has continually reimagined what fast food can be—prioritizing fresh, flavorful meals made from quality ingredients while fostering strong relationships with farmers and local communities. The company's mission goes beyond simply serving food; it emphasizes the creation of a healthier future for individuals and communities alike by promoting nutrition, sustainability, and inclusivity. As it continues to expand across the United States, Sweetgreen remains dedicated to cultivating an empowering work environment where employees can grow personally and professionally. They provide equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, age, race, disability, or veteran status, thereby fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Joining Sweetgreen as a Team Member means becoming part of this inspiring movement to redefine fast food and enhance guest experiences through warm hospitality and thoughtfully prepared meals. This role is more than a typical restaurant job—it is an entry point into a dynamic, high-energy environment where teamwork, reliability, and a passion for food matter deeply. Team Members are involved in various essential tasks, including ingredient preparation, order assembly, and guest interaction, ensuring each customer feels welcomed and valued. The position demands a commitment to food safety, sanitation standards, and allergen protocols to maintain the highest risk management and quality of service.

Beyond day-to-day responsibilities, Sweetgreen offers growth opportunities, with top-performing Team Members encouraged to develop their skills and potentially advance into leadership roles such as Shift Leader or General Manager within three years. This trajectory underscores the company’s focus on career development, stability, and long-term success for its employees. Additionally, the role offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible part-time and full-time staff, paid vacation, wellness time, parental leave, free meals during shifts, and a 401(k) savings plan. The culture at Sweetgreen fosters accountability, energy, and a team-first mindset, making it ideal for individuals eager to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to a thriving brand.

Overall, a Team Member at Sweetgreen is a vital ambassador for the brand's values—delivering fresh food with speed and precision while creating memorable experiences for guests. This role suits those who are enthusiastic about working in fast-paced, people-oriented environments and take pride in their reliability, attention to detail, and quality-driven work ethic. Sweetgreen’s commitment to health, sustainability, and community wellness aligns with the aspirations of individuals seeking a purposeful job that also offers career progression and a supportive workplace.

Job Requirements

  • Must be available to work a minimum of 12 hours per week
  • Routinely handle items up to 5-25 lbs and occasionally handle items 40-50 lbs
  • Bend for accessing low areas and handling items
  • Reach for accessing high areas and handling items including building salads and restocking ingredients
  • Stand and walk for extended periods including moving between areas
  • Squat for accessing low areas and handling items
  • Pull items or equipment as needed
  • Demonstrate manual dexterity for typing, interacting with systems, handling tools, and managing cleaning equipment
  • Navigate stairs, doors, ramps, elevators, and use equipment
  • Maintain physical endurance to keep energy and efficiency during long shifts and peak periods
  • Exhibit coordination for balance and multitasking while handling bulky items 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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