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Culinary Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $19.80
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental leave

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a national restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Founded in 2007, Sweetgreen has transformed the fast food industry by focusing on fresh, flavorful meals made from real ingredients sourced through strong relationships with farmers and local communities. It positions itself uniquely in the fast-casual dining sector by promoting healthy eating habits and sustainability. Sweetgreen is committed to fostering growth and development for its employees across its restaurants and support centers. The company prides itself on offering equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, age, disability, or veteran status, reflecting its inclusive culture... 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 handling items up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handling items 40-50 lbs
  • Food safety knowledge (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 (fast casual, QSR, full service, or corporate dining)
  • Passion for food quality, consistency, and clean execution
  • Ability to provide real-time coaching and training to peers
  • Understanding of food safety standards and protocols
  • Strong attention to detail and environmental awareness during kitchen operations

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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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