Apply Today:Core Team Member-Arlington,VA in Arlington,VA,USA,VA

Sweetgreen is a forward-thinking plant-based fast-casual restaurant chain that is committed to building healthier communities by connecting people to real, wholesome food. Founded with a vision for a healthier tomorrow, Sweetgreen is more than just a food establishment; it is a movement towards rewriting the future of fast food by emphasizing sustainability, quality ingredients, and a commitment to positive environmental and social impact. As the company grows, it focuses heavily on the growth and development of its people, offering a collaborative environment that nurtures learning and career advancement opportunities. Sweetgreen is also proud of its inclusive work culture that values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to every individual regardless of gender, race, age, or background. The organization participates in the federal E-Verify program to ensure employment eligibility and offers accommodations as required by law. The role of a Sweetgreen Team Member encompasses various responsibilities centered around delivering exceptional hospitality and supporting smooth restaurant operations. Team Members serve as ambassadors of Sweetgreen's mission by representing the brand's values through outstanding customer service, high-quality food preparation, and maintaining an efficient and clean workspace. Team Members are involved in multiple facets of restaurant operations including food preparation such as portioning, chopping, and mixing ingredients; line operation which entails assembling salads quickly and accurately; and direct customer interaction focused on providing a friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable service experience. They are expected to maintain strict hygiene and sanitation standards, handle tools and equipment safely, manage inventory by restocking supplies, and coordinate effectively with other team members using clear communication to ensure safety and workflow efficiency. This position offers flexible work hours with a minimum of 12 hours per week, and it requires physical stamina and mobility to perform tasks like lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, reaching, squatting, pulling, and managing repetitive motions throughout shifts. Sweetgreen values team members who are reliable, quick learners, and passionate about food quality and safety. By joining Sweetgreen as a Team Member, individuals not only step into a role that nurtures professional growth—with top performers having the potential to advance to General Manager in as little as 36 months—but also become part of a community dedicated to health, wellness, and sustainability. Benefits include competitive wages with opportunities for raises, tips where applicable, access to medical and dental plans for eligible employees, paid vacation and wellness time, paid parental leave, 401k options, free shift meals, and exclusive access to Sweetgreen's merchandise marketplace, among others. Overall, this role offers a fulfilling and dynamic work environment for those passionate about making a difference through food and customer experience.

• Must be available to work a minimum of 12 hours per week
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Able to bend for accessing low areas and handling items
• Able to reach for accessing high areas and handling items
• Able to squat for accessing low areas and handling items
• Able to pull items or equipment
• Manual dexterity for typing, interacting with systems, handling tools and managing cleaning tools
• Physical mobility to navigate stairs, doors, ramps, elevators, and use equipment
• Frequent repetitive motions such as typing, cleaning, chopping, assembling, and mixing
• Physical endurance to maintain energy and efficiency during long shifts and peak periods
• Coordination for balance, multitasking, and handling bulky items or equipment in tight spaces
• Standing and walking for extended periods including moving between areas