Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.92
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Tips
Competitive wages
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 pioneering national restaurant brand that is committed to fostering healthier communities by connecting people with real, wholesome food. Established in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the fast food industry by focusing on fresh, flavorful meals sourced directly from farmers and rooted deeply in community relationships. Unlike traditional fast food, Sweetgreen emphasizes quality, sustainability, and nutrition in every dish it serves, cultivating an environment where both employees and customers can participate in a movement toward healthier living. The company operates numerous locations across the United States and continues to expand, providing growth opportunities for its team members. Sweetgreen values... Show More
Job Requirements
- Meet all physical requirements for all roles within the Kitchen Lead career path, including Team Member
- Comfortable working on your feet
- Maintain attention to detail and environmental awareness during operations
- Use touch to assess quality and complete detail-oriented tasks
- Routinely handle items weighing 5-25 lbs, occasionally handling 40-50 lbs
- Food safety knowledge including Food Handler or ServSafe certification
- Able to follow food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards
- Must be available to work a minimum of 30 hours per week
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Job Qualifications
- Experience in high-volume kitchens such as fast casual, quick service, full service, or corporate dining
- Ability to provide leadership responsibility without full people management
- Passion for food quality, consistency, and clean execution
- Strong communication skills to train and inspire peers
- Knowledge of food safety standards and certifications such as Food Handler or ServSafe
Job Duties
- Own food quality by ensuring every item meets sweetgreen's standards for flavor, food safety, and presentation
- Prep and cook hot food to standard using knives, kitchen tools, and ovens (no flames, no fryer oil)
- Help teammates improve food execution through real-time feedback
- Stay ahead of volume by managing prep timing and par levels to keep the kitchen running smoothly
- Be the advocate for food quality on shift, spotting issues early and fixing them fast
- Partner with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold food safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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