Restaurant General Manager

Sweetgreen is a dynamic fast-casual restaurant chain committed to building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Founded with a mission to revolutionize the way people eat and think about food, Sweetgreen emphasizes fresh, sustainable, and organic ingredients sourced primarily from local suppliers. With its innovative approach and strong commitment to environmental stewardship, Sweetgreen not only celebrates food quality but also fosters a culture of inclusivity and empowerment for its employees. Recognized for its progressive work environment and dedication to operational excellence, Sweetgreen provides team members with clear paths for professional growth and development in a fast-paced industry setting. The company places heavy importance on leveraging technology, data-driven strategies, and teamwork to optimize both the guest experience and operational performance. Sweetgreen stands out in the hospitality space as a leader in food quality safety, customer engagement, and financial management, ensuring every store operates efficiently while nurturing team members' talents and well-being. This approach aligns with their core values of transparency, trust, and inclusiveness, seeking to make a meaningful impact internally among staff and externally within the communities they serve.

The Head Coach (General Manager) role at Sweetgreen is central to driving the success of their stores by acting as a leader, strategist, and mentor. As the Head Coach, you are entrusted with balancing people management, operational oversight, and business performance optimization. You play a critical role in building an inclusive workforce, fostering a culture of engagement, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional guest experiences that embody Sweetgreen's brand standards. You will also be responsible for maintaining high standards in food safety and cleanliness while adapting to a fast-changing, high volume restaurant environment. The position involves leveraging data, technology, and reports to inform decision-making, schedule effectively, and manage budgets to maximize profitability. Duties include leading the full employee lifecycle, coaching and developing talent, troubleshooting operational and facility challenges, and driving a culture centered on operational excellence and hospitality. Additionally, this role requires working cross-functionally with various teams to optimize processes and implement strategies that support Sweetgreen's mission. With a starting salary range of $75,000-$85,000 USD plus 20% bonus potential, the Head Coach is positioned as a key figure contributing to the growth and sustainability of Sweetgreen’s store locations, ensuring alignment with company values and business goals while fostering a positive and high-performing team environment.