The Woodlands,TX,USA:Kitchen Lead-$15.43 Per HOUR

Sweetgreen is a pioneering plant-forward food company dedicated to building a healthier tomorrow by connecting communities to real, wholesome food. As a modern fast casual restaurant chain with a progressive mission, Sweetgreen emphasizes sustainable practices, local and sustainable ingredients, and community wellness. Since its inception, Sweetgreen has been committed to redefining fast food by providing nutrient-rich meals that cater to consumers seeking healthier dining options without compromising convenience or taste. The company fosters a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity, ensuring that every team member has the chance to grow and thrive within the organization. Sweetgreen’s workplace embraces innovation, leadership, and training, empowering employees to influence the future of fast casual dining and develop their own career trajectory. From its restaurants to its support centers, Sweetgreen is cultivating not only better food but also better futures for its employees and customers alike. The role of Kitchen Lead at Sweetgreen is a vital managerial position focused on culinary excellence and operational leadership within a fast-paced, quality-driven environment. A Kitchen Lead is more than just a cook; they serve as an ambassador of Sweetgreen’s mission to enhance community health through real food. This role requires precision in food preparation, strong leadership skills, and supervisory responsibilities that ensure every dish served meets the brand’s high standards of quality, consistency, and presentation. Kitchen Leads are responsible for leading kitchen shifts, managing workflows, coordinating team efforts, and maintaining a visible, hands-on presence on the kitchen floor. This ensures seamless operations, efficient task management, and adherence to food safety protocols throughout the service period. Joining Sweetgreen as a Kitchen Lead means embracing opportunities for professional growth, as the company supports advancement paths that could see participants becoming General Managers within as little as 24 months. Responsibilities extend beyond cooking and include mentoring team members, inspecting quality through tactile and visual checks, operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively, and maintaining strict organizational standards. The physical demands of the role require handling produce and proteins safely, engaging in detailed quality control, and actively communicating with the team to foster a collaborative and productive work environment. Sweetgreen values candidates who bring prior kitchen or restaurant experience, particularly in high-volume settings, combined with a passion for food safety and quality. Certifications such as Food Handler or ServSafe are advantageous but not mandatory. Prospective Kitchen Leads must possess excellent time management, organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining operational excellence. They should thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and be effective communicators and team players. Experience with kitchen management tools, inventory systems, and a knowledge of sustainable sourcing practices are also preferred. As a Sweetgreen Kitchen Lead, employees benefit from a host of perks including competitive wages with regular raises for skill development, eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans even for part-time team members, paid vacation and wellness time, paid parental leave, and 401k options. Additional employee benefits include free nutritious meals during shifts and access to the company’s branded swag marketplace. Sweetgreen fosters a supportive work environment that recognizes the importance of work-life balance, diversity, and the empowerment of every team member to contribute meaningfully toward creating a healthier future for all.

• Meet all minimum requirements of the Team Member role
• Ability to lift and handle cases and bags of produce and protein up to approximately 40 lbs
• Tactile sensitivity to assess quality and complete detailed tasks
• Visual and auditory observation skills to maintain attention to detail
• Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be authorized to work in the United States