Culinary Lead: Quality-First Kitchen Leader (No Grills)

Sweetgreen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips*

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision options

Job summary

Sweetgreen is seeking a Kitchen Lead in New York to own food quality, oversee prep and execution, and coach teammates across busy shifts. This non-managerial leadership role focuses on standards, consistency, and hands-on cooking without grills or fryers.

You will drive quality, safety, and efficiency, ensuring dishes meet Sweetgreen's standards and supporting a positive, fast-paced team environment. Candidates should thrive in high-volume kitchens and be 18+ with work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be available to work at least 30 hours per week.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Own food quality by ensuring every item meets standards for flavor, safety, and presentation.
• Prep and cook hot food using knives and kitchen tools (no grills or fryers).
• Provide real-time feedback to teammates to improve execution.
• Manage prep timing and par levels to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Advocate for food quality on shift and fix issues quickly.
• Collaborate with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Food quality

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Job description

Sweetgreen is seeking a Kitchen Lead in New York to own food quality, oversee prep and execution, and coach teammates across busy shifts. This non-managerial leadership role focuses on standards, consistency, and hands-on cooking without grills or fryers.

You will drive quality, safety, and efficiency, ensuring dishes meet Sweetgreen's standards and supporting a positive, fast-paced team environment. Candidates should thrive in high-volume kitchens and be 18+ with work eligibility.