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Head of Culinary

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $160,000.00 - $229,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Highly competitive pay
bonus plan
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible PTO
401K Program
Employee HSA
Employee FSA
Complimentary food
Career development opportunities
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Job Description

Sweetgreen is a national restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Established in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the fast food industry by focusing on fresh, flavorful meals made from scratch using high-quality, seasonal produce sourced directly from local farmers. With over 280 locations and a team of 5,000 team members, Sweetgreen fosters a culture of health, transparency, and sustainability. Their mission is to make real food convenient and accessible, ensuring that every customer experiences food that not only delights the palate but also nourishes the body and supports local communities. Sweetgreen continuously invests in... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, food science, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in multi-unit restaurant companies developing and executing menus
  • 5+ years of experience leading teams across culinary, food science, and commercialization
  • deep understanding of restaurant operations and management of hourly employees in fast-casual or full-service settings
  • strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
  • ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously
  • strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • willingness to relocate to Greater Los Angeles area

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or related field
  • 10+ years experience in multi-unit restaurant companies
  • 5+ years leading teams in culinary, food science, or commercialization
  • strong communication skills
  • leadership and collaboration abilities
  • ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Master's degree preferred

Job Duties

  • Drive menu innovation to fuel and enable growth and profitability
  • develop new menu items that highlight Sweetgreen's brand distinctiveness
  • stay up to date with industry trends and culinary technology
  • lead commercialization to scale culinary concepts fleet-wide
  • collaborate with cross-functional teams to align culinary initiatives
  • support training programs for culinary staff
  • nurture core menu offerings through continuous improvement
  • leverage data and consumer insights to enhance menu
  • articulate the food journey from ingredient sourcing to customer experience
  • represent culinary brand to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • work with marketing on brand messaging and community events

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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