Culinary Lead
$44,574–$44,574 year
On-siteSan Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Own food quality by ensuring every item meets Sweetgreen's standards for flavor, safety, and presentation. Prep and cook hot food to standard using knives, tools, and ovens without grills or fryers. Help teammates improve execution through real-time feedback and manage prep timing to maintain smooth kitchen flow. Be the advocate for quality on shift, spotting issues early and fixing them fast. Partner with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold cleanliness and operational excellence. This role offers tips, competitive wages, and free meals every shift. It is a key step toward Shift Leader and Manager opportunities within 2-3 years. Candidates must have Food Handler certification, work at least 30 hours weekly, and be authorized to work in the U.S.
Required Qualifications
- 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 handling items up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handling 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
Desired Qualifications
- Have experience in high-volume kitchens (fast casual, QSR, full service, or corporate dining all welcome)
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