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Assistant Coach

sweetgreen
Location
7750 El Camino Real, Suite A, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Posted
29 days ago
Department
Carlsbad
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2+ years in a restaurant management/supervisory role
  • Experience managing and developing 6+ team members per shift
  • Food Handler or ServSafe certification
  • 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
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
  • Excellent communicator who fosters positive team culture
What the job really is

As an Assistant Coach (Assistant General Manager) at Sweetgreen, you will lead and mentor a team while ensuring operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences. Your role involves collaborating with the Head Coach on hiring and training, maintaining food safety standards, managing financial performance, and utilizing data-driven insights to enhance customer satisfaction. You'll also perform essential functions from various roles within the restaurant, contributing to a positive team culture and the overall mission of building healthier communities through real food.

Benefits
  • Competitive base salary + 15% bonus potential
  • Medical, dental + vision insurance plans
  • Paid Vacation + Wellness time
  • 401(k) program
  • Paid family leave
  • Complimentary greens
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is based on experience, which may vary significantly
  • Role involves hands-on leadership and may require working during peak times or staffing gaps
  • Expectations for managing multiple roles may increase workload
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