Shift Leader: Fast-Paced Hospitality, Path to GM

Sweetgreen; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities: Shift Leader to/

Medical, dental, and vision options

Paid vacation, wellness time, andPar­­

Free meal every shift

401(k)

Team Member Merch Shop

Job summary

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader in Burlingame, CA to guide the team, support daily operations, and drive our mission of connecting people to real food. You’ll lead with confidence, energy, and accountability, delivering first-in-class hospitality and ensuring smooth shifts.

This role offers a path to management, with top performers advancing toward General Manager within two years. You will model performance, coach teammates, and uphold food safety and quality during high-volume moments.

Qualifications

• Have leadership or supervisory experience in restaurants, retail, or hospitality.
• Enjoy motivating others and building a positive team culture.
• Stay organized, level-headed, and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Desire to grow into restaurant management and long-term leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts with a hospitality-first mindset, ensuring every guest feels welcomed, cared for, and heard.
• Keep service running smoothly by managing pace, priorities, and execution across the floor.
• Jump in on any station as needed, modeling strong performance and teamwork in real time.
• Coach and support team members to elevate service, food quality, and operational standards.
• Uphold food safety, accuracy, cleanliness, and organization throughout every shift.
• Communicate clearly, solve problems quickly, and stay calm under pressure during high-volume moments.

Skills

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Customer service

Operational mindset

Job description

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader in Burlingame, CA to guide the team, support daily operations, and drive our mission of connecting people to real food. You’ll lead with confidence, energy, and accountability, delivering first-in-class hospitality and ensuring smooth shifts.

This role offers a path to management, with top performers advancing toward General Manager within two years. You will model performance, coach teammates, and uphold food safety and quality during high-volume moments.