Restaurant General Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the full employee lifecycle, fostering a culture of trust, transparency, and inclusion
• Maintain high standards for food safety, cleanliness, and equipment maintenance
• Deliver brand-aligned guest experiences using data-informed business decisions
• Drive sales and profit by analyzing reports, managing costs, and executing strategic plans
• Operate and troubleshoot all systems and digital tools to ensure smooth operations
• Perform essential functions of Assistant Coach, Shift Leader, Kitchen Lead, and Team Member roles

Requirements

• 3+ years in food service with at least 2 years in hands-on management
• Experience hiring, developing, training, and motivating team members
• Skilled in planning, managing, and forecasting financials, labor, and inventory
• Ability to meet all physical requirements of all roles within the career path

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants
• Hands-on experience with local, organic, and sustainable products
• ServSafe Manager or Regional Manager Food Safety Certification
• Tech-savvy with comfort using digital tools for reporting and communication
• Strong financial acumen regarding budgets, labor, and P&L

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + 20% bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid vacation and wellness time
• 401(k) program
• Paid family leave
• Complimentary greens and Sweetgreen swag

About the Company

Sweetgreen is on a mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Every day, our team members make food from scratch with fresh ingredients delivered that morning.