Shift Leader

sweetgreen is on a mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food. We passionately believe that real food should be convenient and accessible to everyone. Every day in each sweetgreen, our 3,500 team members make food from scratch, using fresh ingredients and produce delivered that morning. And in our local communities, we're committed to leaving people better than we found them. We're in the business of feeding people, and we're out to change what that means.

Every great team is led by a great leader. As a Shift Leader, you will assist the management team with the day-to-day operations and bring our mission to life: building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Shift Leaders help drive sweetgreen's values within the stores - creating an inclusive environment where all feel welcome to enjoy a healthy meal together.

What You'll Do: These responsibilities highlight some of the key functions a Shift Leader will perform. Additional supervisory tasks may be assigned as necessary.

• Creates a positive work environment in line with our mission, vision + values
• Delivers exceptional customer experiences
• Ensures team and guest safety by following operational policies and procedures
• Assists with new team member training and provides feedback where needed
• Follows all food safety practices and restaurant cleanliness expectations in accordance with company guidelines
• Ability to use electronic systems, such as computers and tablets
• Manual ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• Have schedule flexibility to include availability for opening shifts, closing shifts, and weekends
• Physically able to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for long periods of time

You must be able to perform the job duties satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• 1+ years experience in a Shift Leader/Supervisor role
• Experience in a restaurant, retail or hospitality role (preferred)
• Food Handler Certificate as required by city or state
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining required standards of operation in daily restaurant activities
• Ability to speak, write, read, and understand the primary language(s) of the work location

What Perks You'll Get:

• Medical, dental, + vision plan options available for part-time and full-time Team Members*
• Competitive wages
• Holiday pay for hourly employees who work on an observed holiday
• Vacation + wellness time
• Paid parental leave*
• 401k*
• Free healthy and delicious shift meal
• And much more *Depending on eligibility

sweetgreen is hiring for a Shift Leader Position in Midtown, New York City. Base pay starts at $19.5/hr.