Shift Leader — Fast-Track to General Manager

Sweetgreen; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, and vision options

Free meal every shift

Paid vacation

401(k)

Team Member Merch Shop

Job summary

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader in Dallas to guide the team and keep restaurant operations running smoothly during each shift, delivering hospitality and real-food experiences.

You will lead with energy, coach teammates, and own shifts from pace to food safety, with a clear path to General Manager within 2 years. This role offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a Shift Leader or Supervisor role.
• Experience in fast-paced environments such as restaurant or retail.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

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

Team leadership

Hospitality

Communication

Organization

Job description

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader in Dallas to guide the team and keep restaurant operations running smoothly during each shift, delivering hospitality and real-food experiences.

You will lead with energy, coach teammates, and own shifts from pace to food safety, with a clear path to General Manager within 2 years. This role offers competitive wages, benefits, and opportunities to grow in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.