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Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $68,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
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Benefits

competitive base salary
bonus potential
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid vacation
Wellness time
401(k) program
paid family leave
Complimentary greens
Free company swag

Job Description

Sweetgreen is a renowned national restaurant brand committed to transforming fast food by offering fresh, flavorful meals rooted in real food and strong relationships with farmers and communities since its inception in 2007. The company is dedicated to building healthier communities and fostering a culture where people, food, and purpose come together. Sweetgreen not only emphasizes quality in its ingredients but also prioritizes nurturing its team members through personal and professional development opportunities. This inclusive workplace values diversity and equal opportunity, supporting employees regardless of gender, age, race, disability, or other protected characteristics.

The role of Assistant Coach (Assistant General Manager) at Sweetgreen is an integral leadership position where you support store operations as a hands-on leader, strategist, and mentor. You will inspire and guide your team to deliver operational excellence while driving exceptional guest experiences. The position involves collaborating closely with the Head Coach to set goals, track performance, and use data-driven insights to navigate challenges effectively. This role is pivotal in upholding Sweetgreen's brand standards, including food safety, cleanliness, customer service, and team culture. As an Assistant Coach, you will oversee various operational aspects such as hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and managing controllable costs. Your leadership will ensure smooth, efficient store operations through expert use of systems and prioritizing tasks.

In this role, you will mentor team members for future leadership roles, demonstrating strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to make confident decisions under pressure. The Assistant Coach position requires a minimum of two years of restaurant management or supervisory experience, working with teams of six or more per shift. Candidates must hold a Food Handler or ServSafe certification and be authorized to work in the United States. The role demands availability for at least 30 hours per week. Sweetgreen offers a competitive starting salary range from $65,000 to $68,000 USD, combined with a 15% bonus potential, making it a rewarding career path for passionate leaders eager to make a meaningful difference in their communities and workplace.

Sweetgreen also values employee well-being and offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and wellness time, a 401(k) program, paid family leave, complimentary greens, and company swag. Joining Sweetgreen means becoming part of a collaborative team that truly lives its core values and supports each other. The clear career progression and dedication to personal and professional growth make this role an excellent opportunity for those looking to expand their leadership skills and make a tangible impact through real food and positive community engagement. This position is more than a job; it's a pathway to growing alongside a forward-thinking company dedicated to health, sustainability, and meaningful connections.

Job Requirements

  • meet all physical requirements for all roles within the career path including the Assistant Coach Shift Leader Kitchen Lead and Team Member
  • 2+ years in a restaurant management supervisory role
  • experience managing and developing 6+ team members per shift
  • food handler or ServSafe certification
  • must be available to work a minimum of 30 hours per week
  • must be 18 years of age or older
  • must be authorized to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • experience in fast casual restaurant chains
  • hands-on experience with local organic and sustainable products
  • familiarity with tech tools and systems used in operations and scheduling
  • proven leadership experience with strong problem-solving skills and ability to make confident decisions under pressure
  • excellent communicator who fosters positive team culture mentors employees and delivers exceptional guest experiences
  • highly organized reliable multitasker with experience in scheduling coaching and performance oversight

Job Duties

  • partner with the Head Coach on hiring onboarding and training while fostering a culture of trust and recognition
  • anticipate operational needs and adjust deployment to support smooth operations
  • provide hands-on coaching and ensure clear communication for consistent execution
  • uphold high standards for food safety cleanliness and equipment maintenance
  • inspect food quality check temperatures and ensure compliance
  • promptly resolve facility supply and quality issues while ensuring team member safety and strong audit performance
  • ensure a clean hospitable and brand-aligned guest journey by acting on guest experience metrics and making timely business decisions
  • support operational excellence by managing controllable costs executing schedules and driving sales
  • ensure effective team deployment and expert use of systems by supporting daily operations troubleshooting issues and prioritizing tasks
  • perform all essential functions outlined in the Shift Leader role, including those from the Kitchen Lead and Team Member roles

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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