Sweetgreen(Darien,CT,USA)Hiring:Core Team Member-$16.37 Per HOUR
Posted on October 24, 2025
Your Next Step in Darien, CT, USA
Role Essentials
- Job Title: Core Team Member - $16.37 Per HOUR
- Worksite: Darien, CT, USA, CT
- Status: New Darien, CT, USA listing (actively interviewing).
- Employer: sweetgreen (Hiring in Darien, CT, USA)
- This Darien, CT, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our sweetgreen team in Darien, CT, USA, CT is growing.
- Benefit from working in Darien, CT, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Rewards
- Salary: $16-$16/Hour (approx. $34k/Year)
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
What You'll Do
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in a dynamic.
Sweetgreen is a leading plant-forward food company that is dedicated to inspiring healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Founded with a mission to redefine the future of fast food, Sweetgreen is deeply committed to sustainability, quality ingredients, and exceptional customer experiences. The company operates a growing network of restaurants across the United States and embraces a vibrant culture of growth, innovation, and community involvement. Sweetgreen provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of gender, race, age, disability, or any other protected status, ensuring an inclusive and supportive workplace environment. With a focus on developing talent from within, Sweetgreen offers opportunities for career advancement and values the contributions of every team member to its mission.
The Sweetgreen Team Member role is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about food quality, customer service, and teamwork. As a Team Member, you will act as an ambassador for Sweetgreen's mission by delivering exceptional hospitality and ensuring smooth and efficient restaurant operations. Whether your focus is on food preparation, customer interaction, or station organization, you will receive the training and support needed to create memorable experiences for guests. This position offers flexible part-time employment, with a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week, and the potential to earn competitive wages plus tips depending on location and role. Sweetgreen values reliability, adaptability, and enthusiasm in their team members and provides opportunities for career progression, including fast-track advancement to General Manager within as little as 36 months for top performers.
In this role, you will be engaged in diverse responsibilities that include preparing fresh ingredients, assembling salads following precise portion and presentation standards, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety throughout your workspace. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential as you coordinate with other team members to maintain a smooth workflow and customer service excellence. The role also demands physical stamina and mobility, as it requires standing for extended periods, manual dexterity, and the ability to handle kitchen tools and equipment safely. Sweetgreen prioritizes a respectful, energetic working environment and ensures all team members are well supported through competitive benefits, training, and career development programs.
- 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 up to 25 pounds
- Ability to bend, reach, squat, pull, and perform repetitive motions
- Manual dexterity for handling kitchen tools, POS systems, and cleaning equipment
- Physical mobility for navigating stairs, doors, ramps, and using kitchen equipment
- Physical endurance to maintain energy and efficiency through long shifts and peak periods
- Coordination to multitask and handle equipment in tight spaces
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods