General Manager

Sweetgreen

IL, United States
Base: $75,000 - $90,000 usd; bonus/equity: 20% bon...
On-site
People + team leadership
Food safety + operations
Customer experience
Sweetgreen is seeking a General Manager (Head Coach) to lead their team in Illinois, focusing on operational excellence, team leadership, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have experience in fast-paced food service environments and a commitment to sustainable practices

Job Summary

  • As a Head Coach (General Manager), you're the leader, strategist, and mentor of your store, inspiring your team, driving operational excellence, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
  • Lead your team by balancing people, operations, and business performance, building an inclusive culture while coaching talent, using technology to optimize operations and drive profitability.
  • Competitive base salary + 20% bonus potential, medical, dental, + vision plans, paid vacation + wellness time, 401(k) program, and paid family leave.

Matching Summary

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Sweetgreen is seeking a General Manager (Head Coach) to lead their team in Illinois, focusing on operational excellence, team leadership, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have experience in fast-paced food service environments and a commitment to sustainable practices.

Salary

Base: $75,000 - $90,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: 20% bonus potential; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, wellness time, 401(k), paid family leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • People + Team Leadership
  • Food Safety + Operations
  • Customer Experience
  • Financial + Business Acumen
  • Systems, Process + Technology

Nice-to-have

  • Inclusive culture
  • Data-driven insights
  • Adapt to dynamic environment
  • Commitment to operational excellence
  • Fast-casual or retail operations experience

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years in food service
  • 2 years in hands-on management
  • Experience hiring, developing, training, and motivating team members
  • Skilled in planning, managing, and forecasting financials, labor, and inventory
  • Hands-on experience managing and optimizing processes
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor teams collaboratively
  • ServSafe Manager or Regional Manager Food Safety Certification

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