Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $84,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive base salary
bonus potential
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Wellness time
401(k) program
paid family leave
Complimentary greens
Sweetgreen swag
Career development opportunities
Inclusive culture
Job Description
Sweetgreen is a modern health-focused fast-casual restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people with real food. Founded with the mission to redefine what it means to feed people, Sweetgreen emphasizes fresh, locally sourced, organic, and sustainable ingredients prepared from scratch daily. With a passionate team and a commitment to environmental and social responsibility, Sweetgreen fosters an inclusive workplace culture that supports growth, innovation, and community impact. The company revolves around operational excellence, hospitality, and wellness, creating a vibrant and dynamic environment for its employees and guests alike.
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Job Requirements
- Meet all physical requirements of the Assistant Coach role including those of Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member
- Three plus years in food service with at least two years in 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 profit and loss effectively
- Proven experience hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
- Exceptional adaptability and problem-solving in fast-paced, 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, resolving facility, supply, and food quality issues while prioritizing team safety
- Deliver clean, hospitable, and brand-aligned experiences, acting on guest metrics and making data-informed business decisions
- Drive sales and profit by analyzing reports, managing costs, executing strategic plans, and creating effective schedules aligned with business goals
- Operate and support all systems, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize daily operations to ensure smooth business and guest experiences
- Perform all essential functions outlined in the Assistant Coach role, including those from the Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member roles
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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