3+ years in food service, with at least 2 years in hands-on management.
Experience hiring, developing, training, and motivating team members.
Skilled in planning, managing, and forecasting financials, labor, and inventory.
Proven ability to lead and mentor teams collaboratively.
Experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants is a must.
Responsibilities
Lead the team while balancing people, operations, and business performance.
Maintain food safety and cleanliness standards crucial for successful operations.
Deliver exceptional customer experiences based on guest metrics.
Analyze reports to drive sales and manage costs effectively.
Support operational systems and troubleshoot issues as needed.
Perform essential functions from Assistant Coach to Shift Leader roles.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans offered.
Paid vacation and wellness time for balance.
401(k) program to support retirement planning.
Paid family leave for personal life support.
Complimentary greens and Sweetgreen swag as perks.
Collaborative team environment aligned with core values.
Clear career path for personal and professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description
A Healthier Future Starts With You
As a Head Coach (General Manager), you're the leader, strategist, and mentor of your store. You'll inspire your team, drive operational excellence, and deliver exceptional guest experiences using data-driven insights to build healthier communities through real food. What You'll Do
Lead your team by balancing people, operations, and business performance. Build an inclusive culture while coaching talent, using technology to optimize operations and drive profitability. Maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness while adapting to a dynamic environment. Essential Functions
People + Team Leadership: Lead the full employee lifecycle while fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and inclusion. Ensure compliance, deliver timely feedback, and develop a strong, diverse talent pipeline.
Food Safety + Operations: Maintain high standards for food safety, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance, resolving facility, supply, and food quality issues while prioritizing team safety.
Customer Experience: Deliver clean, hospitable, and brand-aligned experiences, acting on guest metrics and making data-informed business decisions.
Financial + Business Acumen: Drive sales and profit by analyzing reports, managing costs, executing strategic plans, and creating effective schedules aligned with business goals.
Systems, Process + Technology: Operate and support all systems, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize daily operations to ensure smooth business and guest experiences.
Execute Head Coach Career Path Duties: Perform all essential functions outlined in the Assistant Coach role, including those from the Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member roles.
What Makes You Stand Out
Experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants.
Hands-on experience with local, organic, and sustainable products
ServSafe Manager or Regional Manager Food Safety Certification
Tech-savvy and comfortable using digital tools for operations, reporting, and team communication
Strong financial acumen: managing budgets, labor, and P&L effectively
Proven experience hiring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
Exceptional adaptability and problem-solving in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Data-driven mindset with curiosity to identify and implement operational improvements
Commitment to operational excellence, hospitality, and team engagement
Experience in fast-casual or retail operations is a plus
Minimum Requirements
Meet all physical requirements of all roles within the career path of the Head Coach including Assistant Coach role, Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member.
3+ years in food service, with at least 2 years in hands-on management
Experience hiring, developing, training, and motivating team members
Skilled in planning, managing, and forecasting financials, labor, and inventory
Hands-on experience managing and optimizing processes in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to lead and mentor teams collaboratively
What Perks You'll Get
Competitive base salary + 20% bonus potential
Medical, dental, + vision plans
Paid vacation + wellness time
401(k) program
Paid family leave
Complimentary greens and Sweetgreen swag
Opportunities to impact your team, community, and business
A collaborative team that lives our core values
Clear career path for personal and professional development
Salary range for this role:
Starting salary range based on experience
$80,000-$100,000 USD
About Sweetgreen
Sweetgreen is a fast casual restaurant chain that was founded in 2007 by Nicolas Jammet, Jonathan Neman, and Nathaniel Ru. The company is known for its healthy and sustainable food options, and has over 100 locations across the United States. Sweetgreen has partnerships with local farmers and suppliers to source its ingredients, and has a strong focus on community and social responsibility. The company has raised over $478 million in funding from investors such as Fidelity Investments and T. Rowe Price, and is headquartered in Washington, D.C.
