You're Viewing 1 Of 95,000+ Jobs On OysterLink

check

New hospitality jobs added daily. Browse by role, pay, or location.

sweetgreen logo

Culinary Lead

Job Overview

briefcase

Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
moneybag

Compensation

Hourly
Exact $19.23
clock

Work Schedule

Standard Hours
diamond

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 prestigious national restaurant brand committed to cultivating healthier communities through the power of real, fresh food. Since its inception in 2007, Sweetgreen has transformed the fast food industry by prioritizing fresh, flavorful food prepared from high-quality ingredients and by nurturing strong relationships with farmers and local communities. Its innovative approach eliminates traditional fast food methods such as grills and fryers, instead utilizing smart kitchen systems that emphasize wholesome, clean food execution. Sweetgreen is not only a restaurant; it is a movement dedicated to creating environments where food, people, and purpose seamlessly intertwine. The company is equally committed... 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, occasionally handle 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 working in high-volume kitchens such as fast casual, quick service restaurants (QSR), full-service dining, or corporate dining
  • Strong culinary skills with emphasis on food preparation, cooking, and presentation consistency
  • Ability to provide coaching and constructive feedback to teammates
  • Understanding of food safety standards and compliance (such as Food Handler or ServSafe certification)
  • Proven ability to manage kitchen workflows including prep timing and par levels
  • Excellent attention to detail and environmental awareness during operations
  • Commitment to upholding cleanliness and quality standards

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 Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


Job Location

Don't Stop At One Job - There's More

Create a free profile

We'll match you with best jobs

Get job offers faster

Business woman
Business man
Search For More Opportunities:

More Jobs Like This: