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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 $17.66
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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 leading national restaurant brand that has been dedicated to transforming the fast food industry since its establishment in 2007. Focused on promoting healthier communities by connecting people with real, fresh food, Sweetgreen has grown to become a pioneer in reimagining fast food through its commitment to quality, sustainability, and meaningful relationships with farmers and local suppliers. The company operates fast casual restaurants that emphasize fresh ingredients prepared with care and precision. Sweetgreen’s mission is to create spaces where food, people, and purpose converge to cultivate a healthier future. Alongside its expansive restaurant presence, Sweetgreen is deeply invested... 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 all welcome)
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain food quality, consistency, and clean execution
  • Proven track record of coaching or training peers in food preparation
  • Food safety knowledge (Food Handler or ServSafe certification)
  • Strong attention to detail and environmental awareness during operations
  • Ability to use touch to assess quality and complete detail-oriented tasks

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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