Shift Leader

Sweetgreen is a leading national restaurant brand dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Since its establishment in 2007, Sweetgreen has revolutionized the fast food industry by offering fresh, flavorful, and wholesome menu options that are rooted in relationships with farmers and local communities. As a company, Sweetgreen emphasizes sustainability, health, and the importance of creating positive social impacts through food. Their culture encourages growth, innovation, and inclusivity, aiming to foster environments where both employees and customers feel valued and empowered. The company provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Sweetgreen also complies with federal programs such as E-Verify and ensures legal employment standards are met across all locations. Working at Sweetgreen means being part of a movement that combines food, people, and purpose to make a lasting difference.

The role of Shift Leader at Sweetgreen is a pivotal position responsible for leading shifts with a hospitality-first mindset, ensuring exceptional customer experience and smooth operational flow. The Shift Leader supports daily restaurant operations by guiding the team, coaching and motivating team members, and maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, cleanliness, and organization. This role is essential to delivering first-in-class hospitality and elevating the Sweetgreen experience for every guest. Shift Leaders manage service pace and priorities across the floor, jump in on any station when needed, and solve problems efficiently under high-pressure, fast-paced environments. The position is ideal for individuals who have leadership experience in restaurant, retail, or hospitality settings and who are passionate about operational excellence and team development. It offers a clear career growth path toward General Manager roles within about two years. The role requires working at least 30 hours a week and being dependable, detail-oriented, and accountable to job responsibilities. Benefits include competitive wages, tips where applicable, medical, dental, and vision insurance options for both part-time and full-time employees, paid vacation, wellness time, parental leave, free meals during shifts, 401(k) plans, and merchandise perks. Sweetgreen fosters a supportive, engaging work environment focused on teamwork and growth opportunities that align with its mission of building healthier communities through food.