Culinary Lead: Elevate Flavor & Kitchen Excellence

sweetgreen; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips*

Competitive wages

Shift leader path to manager

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid vacation, wellness time, parental

Free meal per shift

401(k)

Team Member Merch Shop

Job summary

Sweetgreen in Northbrook, IL is hiring a Culinary Lead to own food quality, prep, and kitchen execution across shifts. This role leads by example through craft and coaching, but does not manage schedules. You’ll ensure flavor, safety, and presentation while guiding peers to improve execution and consistency.

A clear path to Shift Leader and Manager opportunities awaits high performers. Join a movement toward real food done right with smart systems and collaborative teams, where growth and

Qualifications

• Food safety knowledge and attention to detail required.
• Ability to train peers and coach on execution.

Responsibilities

• Own food quality and presentation to Sweetgreen standards.
• Prepare and cook hot food to standard using knives and ovens.
• Provide real-time feedback to teammates to improve execution.
• Manage prep timing and par levels to handle volume.
• Advocate for food quality on shift and fix issues quickly.
• Collaborate with Shift Leaders and Managers on safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Food quality

Leadership without people mgmt

Training peers

High-volume kitchens

Tools

Knives and ovens

Job description

Sweetgreen in Northbrook, IL is hiring a Culinary Lead to own food quality, prep, and kitchen execution across shifts. This role leads by example through craft and coaching, but does not manage schedules. You’ll ensure flavor, safety, and presentation while guiding peers to improve execution and consistency.

A clear path to Shift Leader and Manager opportunities awaits high performers. Join a movement toward real food done right with smart systems and collaborative teams, where growth and