



Join our movement to rewrite the future of fast food and grow your own future too! Top performing Shift Leaders have a clear path to General Manager within 2 years.
What You’ll Actually Do
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
The Role is a Great Fit If You
Have leadership or supervisory experience in restaurants, retail, or hospitalityCare deeply about hospitality, food quality, and operational excellenceEnjoy motivating others and building a positive team cultureStay organized, level-headed, and solutions-focused under pressureWant to grow into restaurant management and long-term leadership rolesTake pride in being accountable, dependable, and detail-oriented
The Perks
Tips (subject to location and role)Competitive wagesThis role is a key step toward Shift leader and Manager opportunitiesMedical, dental, and vision options for part-time and full-time team membersPaid vacation, wellness time, and parental leaveFree meal every shift401(k)Team Member Merch Shop - earn and buy custom Sweetgreen gear*Depending on eligibilityMinimum Requirements
Meet all physical requirements for all roles within the Shift Leader career path, including the Kitchen Lead and Team Member roles1+ year of experience in a Shift Leader or Supervisor roleExperience in fast-paced environments - restaurant, retail, or hospitalityAbility to coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining operational standardsAbility to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the work locationMust be able to work at least 30 hours per weekMust be 18 years of age or olderMust be authorized to work in the United States
- Experience
- Not required
- Employment
- Full-time
- Salary
- $20 – $23 hourly
- Benefits
- Eligible for tips
- Starting time
- Immediate start!
1321 1st Avenue, Manhattan, 10021, New York

Meal takeaway, Restaurant • More than 250 Employees
Hiring on JOB TODAY since October, 2026
Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE: SG) is an American fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in scratch-made salads, warm grain bowls, and protein plates. Founded in 2006 by Georgetown University graduates Jo



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