Culinary Lead: Precision Kitchen Expert

Sweetgreen; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Free meal

401(k)

Merch shop

Job summary

Sweetgreen in Carmel, Indiana is seeking a Kitchen Lead responsible for upholding our food quality and presentation standards. You will guide the kitchen team in prep, cooking, and execution with a focus on consistency, cleanliness, and safety.

This role emphasizes leadership through craft and coaching rather than formal people management, with a clear path to Shift Leader and General Manager within 2–3 years.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Food Handler or ServSafe certification preferred.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Own food quality and presentation standards.
• Prepare and cook hot items using knives and ovens (no flames).
• Provide real-time feedback to teammates to improve execution.
• Manage prep timing and par levels to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Collaborate with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Food quality focus

Team coaching

High-volume kitchen

Job description

Sweetgreen in Carmel, Indiana is seeking a Kitchen Lead responsible for upholding our food quality and presentation standards. You will guide the kitchen team in prep, cooking, and execution with a focus on consistency, cleanliness, and safety.

This role emphasizes leadership through craft and coaching rather than formal people management, with a clear path to Shift Leader and General Manager within 2–3 years.