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Restaurant General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $100,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive base salary
bonus potential
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Wellness time
401K Program
paid family leave
Complimentary greens
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Career Development

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a leading fast-casual restaurant chain on a mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Founded with a vision to redefine what it means to nourish people, Sweetgreen emphasizes using fresh, organic, locally sourced ingredients that are prepared from scratch daily. The company strives to enhance the food experience by fostering sustainability, wellness, and a positive impact on the environment and society. With a presence in multiple locations across major cities, Sweetgreen creates an inclusive and collaborative culture that supports its employees’ growth and embraces innovation, diversity, and social responsibility.

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Job Requirements

  • Meet all physical requirements of roles within the career path including Assistant Coach, Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member
  • 3+ years in food service with at least 2 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 fast-paced environments
  • 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 with proficiency in digital tools for operations and reporting
  • Strong financial acumen managing budgets, labor, and profit and loss
  • Proven experience hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
  • Exceptional adaptability and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments
  • Data-driven mindset with the ability 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 with food safety, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance standards
  • Deliver hospitable and brand-aligned guest experiences using data-driven insights
  • Drive sales and profit by managing costs, analyzing reports, and executing strategic plans
  • Operate and support business systems, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize smooth daily operations
  • Perform essential duties from the Assistant Coach role and other supporting roles such as Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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