Core Team Member - $16.25 per HOUR

Sweetgreen is a renowned plant-forward food company dedicated to creating a healthier tomorrow by connecting people to real food. With a clear mission to build healthier communities, Sweetgreen operates a fast-casual restaurant concept that emphasizes fresh, wholesome ingredients and sustainable practices. As a widely recognized leader in the fast-casual dining sector, Sweetgreen continually innovates its customer experience by promoting nutritious meals alongside community engagement initiatives. The company fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, extending equal opportunities to everyone regardless of gender, race, age, or disability. Sweetgreen's commitment to environmental stewardship and employee growth resonates through its business model and workforce development programs. They encourage internal career advancement, with opportunities for top-performing team members to progress rapidly up to managerial roles within just a few years. Employment at Sweetgreen typically includes flexible part-time and full-time positions, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, and vision plans. A strong emphasis is placed on employee wellbeing, diversity, and creating a positive work environment that aligns with its mission of health and sustainability. The role of a Sweetgreen Team Member is dynamic and integral to delivering the company’s promise of a healthier food future. Team members act as brand ambassadors who embody Sweetgreen’s values and mission through every interaction at the restaurant. They perform a variety of essential functions focused on outstanding customer service, efficient food preparation, and maintaining a safe and clean work environment. As a Team Member, individuals engage directly with customers by greeting them warmly, sharing detailed knowledge of menu offerings, and ensuring every guest leaves satisfied. Food preparation skills include tasks such as portioning, mixing, chopping, and assembling salads quickly and accurately while adhering rigorously to food safety standards. Operating kitchen equipment safely and restocking inventory items are also vital duties. The position demands effective communication skills and teamwork to coordinate activities smoothly during busy operations, emphasizing speed, accuracy, and hospitality. Sweetgreen values team members who show a passion for food quality, reliability, and proactive problem-solving abilities. This position requires physical endurance and mobility as it involves standing, walking, lifting moderate weights, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Sweetgreen supports its Team Members with competitive wages including raises for skill development, as well as tips where applicable. Additional perks include paid time off, parental leave, 401k options, free nutritious shift meals, and access to exclusive company merchandise. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to grow their career in the hospitality sector while making a positive impact on community health and sustainability. Sweetgreen’s inclusive culture ensures everyone has a seat at the table, making this opportunity both rewarding and meaningful.

• 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
• Ability to lift heavy boxes up to approximately 25 pounds
• Ability to bend, squat, reach, and pull to access and handle various items
• Manual dexterity for typing, using tools, and interacting with systems like POS
• Physical mobility to navigate stairs, doors, ramps, and use equipment
• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as chopping, cleaning, and assembling
• Physical endurance to maintain energy during long shifts and peak periods
• Good coordination for balance, multitasking, and handling bulky items
• Standing and walking for extended periods while moving between work areas