Assistant Restaurant Manager

The role

You will support the store as a leader, mentoring the team and working with the Head Coach to set goals and track performance. You will also oversee food safety, guest experience and controllable costs, using data to guide decisions.

What you will do

• Partner with the Head Coach on hiring, onboarding and training
• Mentor team members to become future leaders
• Provide hands-on coaching and step in during peak times or staffing gaps
• Inspect food quality, check temperatures and ensure compliance
• Resolve facility, supply and quality issues with the Head Coach
• Uphold SWEET standards and act on guest experience metrics
• Manage controllable costs and execute schedules
• Use the Ops Dashboard to help drive sales and strategy
• Troubleshoot systems and prioritize tasks for smooth operations

Required qualifications

• 2+ years in a restaurant management or supervisory role
• Experience managing and developing 6+ team members per shift
• Food Handler or ServSafe certification
• Available 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
• Meet all physical requirements for the career path roles

Nice to have

• Experience in fast casual restaurant chains
• Hands-on experience with local, organic and sustainable products
• Familiarity with tech tools and systems used in operations and scheduling
• Proven leadership experience with strong problem-solving skills
• Experience in scheduling, coaching and performance oversight

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus 15% bonus potential
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and wellness time
• 401(k) program
• Paid family leave
• Complimentary greens
• Free sweetgreen swag
• Clear career path with development opportunities

Before you apply

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Food Handler or ServSafe certification required
• Employer participates in E-Verify to determine employment eligibility

About the company

Sweetgreen is a national restaurant brand connecting people to real food, founded in 2007. It focuses on developing its people in restaurants and at its support center.