Restaurant General Manager

Sweetgreen is a leading national restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities through real food. Founded in 2007, Sweetgreen has redefined fast food by offering fresh, flavorful meals that are rooted in strong relationships with farmers and local communities. As a pioneer in the fast-casual industry, Sweetgreen emphasizes sustainability, transparency, and quality, using local, organic, and sustainable products to create delicious and nutritious menu options. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture, investing in the development and growth of its employees both in its restaurants and at its corporate support center. Sweetgreen creates environments where food, people, and purpose come together to make a positive impact on communities nationwide. Sweetgreen values diversity and provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants, supporting a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered. Employees enjoy a clear career path with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

The Head Coach (General Manager) at Sweetgreen plays a crucial leadership role, acting as the strategist, mentor, and operator of their store. This position requires balancing the needs of the team, operational excellence, and business performance to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Head Coaches at Sweetgreen inspire their teams to uphold high standards in food quality, safety, and cleanliness, while adapting to a fast-paced and dynamic environment. They use data-driven insights and technology to optimize operations, manage costs, and drive profitability, ensuring the delivery of brand-aligned and hospitable customer experiences. As a leader, the Head Coach fosters an inclusive culture by managing the full employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and delivering ongoing feedback to develop a strong and diverse talent pipeline. This role also involves overseeing the maintenance of equipment and facilities, resolving issues related to supply and food quality, and prioritizing team safety. Financial acumen is essential for managing budgets, labor, and inventory effectively, as is the ability to analyze reports and implement strategic plans. The Head Coach supports and troubleshoots all operational systems to maintain smooth business functions. Moreover, this role includes assuming all key responsibilities of associated roles such as Assistant Coach, Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member. Sweetgreen offers its Head Coaches competitive base salaries with bonus potential, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, paid vacation and wellness time, a 401(k) program, paid family leave, and opportunities to impact their teams and communities positively. This role is ideal for dynamic leaders who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment and are passionate about operational excellence, hospitality, and team engagement.