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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 $22.81
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Benefits

Tips
Competitive wages
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid vacation
Wellness time
Parental leave
free meal
401(k)
Team member merch shop

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a leading national restaurant brand renowned for its commitment to building healthier communities by connecting people with real, fresh food. Established in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the fast food landscape by offering meals that are not only flavorful and fresh but also rooted in authentic relationships with local farmers and communities. As the brand continues to grow, Sweetgreen places immense value on developing its people across various restaurant locations and corporate support centers. They foster a culture where everyone can be part of a vibrant movement aimed at promoting wellness and sustainability through food. Sweetgreen is known not... 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 up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handle items 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, QSR, full service, or corporate dining
  • Demonstrated love for kitchen work and pride in food quality, consistency, and clean execution
  • Ability to train peers and generate excitement about new menu launches
  • Strong attention to detail and environmental awareness
  • Food Handler or ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety knowledge

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
  • 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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