Restaurant Assistant Manager Jobs

We are looking for an Assistant Manager to help lead our team in Carlsbad!

A Healthier Future Starts With You

Every great team is led by a great leader. At sweetgreen, we call our Assistant Managers, Assistant Coaches. As an Assistant Coach, you will assist the Head Coach (GM) in day-to-day operations by building healthier communities by connecting people to real food.

You will be responsible for running a successful restaurant by leading productive teams with a focus on exceptional customer service and delivering business results. Assistant Coaches will help drive sweetgreen's values within the stores - creating an inclusive environment where all feel welcome to enjoy a healthy meal together.

What You’ll Do

These responsibilities highlight some of the key functions an Assistant Coach will perform. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary.

People + Customer Experience

• Proactively hiring team members that embody the sweetgreen profile and have the ability to grow within the organization
• Leading by example and being a role model for the standards and behaviors consistent with sweetgreen’s core values and culture
• Clearly communicating team wins, priorities, best practices, and operational changes to deliver brilliant execution
• Addressing performance issues quickly and respectfully by coaching, counseling, and managing any conflicts
• Delivering memorable and exceptional customer experiences

Business + Systems

• Deploying labor that meets the needs of the business to provide great customer service experiences
• Achieving store sales and financial objectives by removing any barriers to success
• Executing on solutions that result in increased productivity, higher retention, and improved operations

Food Journey + Safety

• Ensuring that food safety and security standards are met and adhered to consistently
• Maintaining food service and production levels by leading strong BOH and FOH execution

General Requirements

• Physically able to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Have schedule flexibility to include availability for opening shifts, closing shifts, and weekends
• Ability to use electronic systems, such as computers and tablets
• Manual ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils

You must be able to perform the job duties satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation

What You’ve Got

• Food Handler Certificate as required by city or state
• Belief in and passion for sweetgreen’s mission, vision + core values
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and build an efficient team in a fast-paced environment
• 2-3+ years in a restaurant, retail, or hospitality management role
• A can-do work ethic and the ability to take initiative on projects
• Desire to make an impact on customers and team members

What Perks You’ll Get

• Holiday premium pay
• Bonus plan
• Annual base salary range is $61,000-72,000 based on experience
• Depending on eligibility
• Health, dental + vision insurance
• Free healthy and delicious shift meal
• Paid parental leave*
• Vacation + wellness time
• 401k*
• And much more…

Who We Are

Sweetgreen is a plant-forward food company with a vision for a healthier tomorrow, and we're only just getting started. As we continue building, it's our priority to nurture talent from restaurants to our support center, so everyone can be part of the movement. And the best thing? When you join sweetgreen, you don't just grow your own future—you grow the planet's.

Salary Range For This Role

Starting salary range based on experience

$61,000—$72,000 USD

sweetgreen provides equal opportunities for everyone that works for us and everyone that applies to join our team, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service, past, present, or future, in the uniformed services of the United States (military or veteran status), or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law.

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