Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $67,000.00 - $84,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive base salary
bonus potential
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid vacation
Wellness time
401(k) program
paid family leave
Complimentary greens and swag
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Sweetgreen is a leading fast-casual restaurant dedicated to creating healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Founded with a mission to inspire healthier eating habits, Sweetgreen emphasizes fresh, locally sourced, and organic ingredients that are prepared daily to ensure quality and nutritional value. The company thrives on innovation, sustainability, and a strong commitment to nourishing its guests through thoughtful food choices and exceptional service. Sweetgreen has established itself not only as a pioneer in the fast-casual dining sector but also as a community-focused brand that values inclusivity, transparency, and environmental responsibility.
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Job Requirements
- Meet all physical requirements of roles within the head coach career path including assistant coach, shift leader, kitchen lead, and team member
- 3+ years in food service with at least 2 years of hands-on management
- Experience hiring, developing, training, and motivating team members
- Skilled in planning, managing, and forecasting financials, labor, and inventory
- Hands-on experience managing and optimizing processes in a fast-paced environment
- Proven ability to lead and mentor teams collaboratively
Job Qualifications
- Experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants
- Hands-on experience with local, organic, and sustainable products
- ServSafe Manager or Regional Manager Food Safety Certification
- Tech-savvy and comfortable using digital tools for operations, reporting, and team communication
- Strong financial acumen managing budgets, labor, and P&L effectively
- Proven experience hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
- Exceptional adaptability and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments
- Data-driven mindset with curiosity to identify and implement operational improvements
- Commitment to operational excellence, hospitality, and team engagement
- Experience in fast-casual or retail operations is a plus
Job Duties
- Lead the full employee lifecycle while fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and inclusion
- Ensure compliance, deliver timely feedback, and develop a strong, diverse talent pipeline
- Maintain high standards for food safety, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance
- Resolve facility, supply, and food quality issues while prioritizing team safety
- Deliver clean, hospitable, and brand-aligned customer experiences
- Act on guest metrics and make data-informed business decisions
- Drive sales and profit by analyzing reports, managing costs, executing strategic plans, and creating effective schedules
- Operate and support all systems, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize daily operations
- Perform essential functions outlined in assistant coach, shift leader, kitchen lead, and team member roles
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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