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Culinary Lead

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United States , Bedford

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Gastronomy

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19.26 USD / Hour
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Sweetgreen is a nationally recognized restaurant brand dedicated to redefining fast food by connecting people to real, fresh, and flavorful food. Established in 2007, Sweetgreen has positioned itself as a pioneer in the fast-casual dining space, focusing on sustainability, quality, and community engagement. With a deep-rooted commitment to building healthier communities, Sweetgreen works closely with farmers and local partners to ensure that every meal served reflects their mission of transparency, nutrition, and environmental responsibility. The company fosters an inclusive workplace culture and career development opportunities for all its employees, emphasizing growth and leadership from within.

Job Responsibility:

  • Own food quality by ensuring every item meets Sweetgreen’s standards for flavor, food safety, and presentation
  • Prep and cook hot food to standard using knives, kitchen tools, and ovens (no flames, no fryer oil)
  • Help teammates improve food execution through real-time feedback
  • Stay ahead of volume by managing prep timing and par levels to keep the kitchen running smoothly
  • Be the advocate for food quality on shift, spotting issues early and fixing them fast
  • Partner with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold food safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence

Requirements:

  • Meet all physical requirements for all roles within the Kitchen Lead career path, including Team Member
  • Comfortable working on your feet
  • Maintain attention to detail and environmental awareness during operations
  • Use touch to assess quality and complete detail-oriented tasks
  • Routinely handle items up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handle items 40-50 lbs
  • Food safety knowledge (Food Handler or ServSafe certification)
  • Able to follow food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards
  • Must be 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
  • Experience in high-volume kitchens such as fast casual, QSR, full service, or corporate dining
  • Passion for food quality, consistency, and clean execution
  • Ability to provide coaching and training to peers
  • Strong attention to detail and environmental awareness
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and procedures
What we offer:
  • Tips
  • Competitive wages
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Wellness time
  • Parental leave
  • free meal
  • 401k
  • Team member merch shop

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Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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