Culinary Lead - Elevate Food Quality in Fast-Casual Kitchen

Sweetgreen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Competitive wages

Path to Shift leader/Manager

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and parental leave

Free meal every shift

401(k)

Team Member Merch Shop

Job summary

Sweetgreen in New York is seeking a Culinary Lead to own food quality, prep, and presentation. You set the standard for every item and lead by example through craft and coaching.

This role does not involve scheduling or performance reviews. You will be the go-to person for kitchen execution and food safety, with a path to General Manager within 2–3 years.

Join a fast-casual kitchen with smart systems and real food, contributing to a movement toward healthier fast food.

Qualifications

• Own food quality and presentation
• Lead by example through craft and coaching
• Experience in high-volume kitchens is a plus

Responsibilities

• Own food quality by ensuring every item meets Sweetgreen standards for flavor, safety, and presentation
• Prep and cook hot food to standard using knives and ovens (no flames)
• Help teammates improve food execution through real-time feedback
• Stay ahead of volume by managing prep timing and par levels
• Be the advocate for food quality on shift and fix issues fast
• Partner with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold food safety and cleanliness

Skills

Food quality

Kitchen leadership

Food safety knowledge

Training peers

Attention to detail

Job description

Sweetgreen in New York is seeking a Culinary Lead to own food quality, prep, and presentation. You set the standard for every item and lead by example through craft and coaching.

This role does not involve scheduling or performance reviews. You will be the go-to person for kitchen execution and food safety, with a path to General Manager within 2–3 years.

Join a fast-casual kitchen with smart systems and real food, contributing to a movement toward healthier fast food.