Shift Leader | Fast-Track to General Manager

Sweetgreen; 4S Ranch (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips* (subject to location and role)

Competitive wages

Advancement to Shift Leader/Manager

Medical, dental, vision options

Paid vacation and parental leave

Free meal every shift

401(k)

Team Member Merch Shop

Job summary

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader to guide daily restaurant operations and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. You will champion hospitality, ensure quality food, and uphold safety standards while coaching teammates on service delivery.

The role offers opportunities for advancement into General Manager within two years, with competitive wages and benefits including meal perks and a clear path for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Leadership or supervisory experience in restaurants, retail, or hospitality.
• Care deeply about hospitality, food quality, and operational excellence.
• Enjoy motivating others and building a positive team culture.

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

Hospitality mindset

Team supervision

Communication

Multi-tasking

Food safety

Job description

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader to guide daily restaurant operations and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. You will champion hospitality, ensure quality food, and uphold safety standards while coaching teammates on service delivery.

The role offers opportunities for advancement into General Manager within two years, with competitive wages and benefits including meal perks and a clear path for professional growth.