Shift Leader: Grow into Restaurant Management

Sweetgreen; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips* (subject to location and role)

Competitive wages

This role is a key step toward Shift,\

Job summary

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader in Arlington, VA to guide daily restaurant operations, lead shifts with a hospitality-first mindset, and support the team in delivering excellent guest experiences. This role offers pathways to higher leadership positions and competitive compensation.

Join us to cultivate healthier communities by connecting people to real food and to grow your own future through leadership opportunities within our fast-paced restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading shifts in hospitality or retail facilities.
• Ability to motivate and coach teams to deliver high-quality service.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

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

Hospitality

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Sweetgreen is seeking a Shift Leader in Arlington, VA to guide daily restaurant operations, lead shifts with a hospitality-first mindset, and support the team in delivering excellent guest experiences. This role offers pathways to higher leadership positions and competitive compensation.

Join us to cultivate healthier communities by connecting people to real food and to grow your own future through leadership opportunities within our fast-paced restaurant environment.