Troy – Kitchen Lead-

Troy, MI
May 7, 2025
Full Time
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Average Pay*: $15 - $22
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$9 - $9

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Job Title: Troy – Kitchen Lead

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Location: Troy, MI

Pay: $18.74 per hour

AI Pay Analysis:

An hourly rate of $18.74 for a "Troy – Kitchen Lead" position in Troy, MI, is slightly below the average for similar roles in the area. According to data from December 2024, the average annual salary for a Kitchen Manager in Troy is approximately $61,479, which equates to about $29.54 per hour. (salary.com) Additionally, the average hourly wage for a Kitchen Supervisor in Michigan is $18.85. (indeed.com) Considering these figures, the offered rate is competitive but on the lower end for the Troy area.

Job description:

As a Kitchen Lead, you will serve as a vital ambassador for our mission: to build healthier communities by connecting people with real food. This position is fundamental to our restaurant’s hot food preparation, ensuring that every guest is served high-quality, well-cooked, and beautifully presented dishes. The role demands exceptional culinary skills, robust leadership abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of kitchen operations throughout various service periods.

Joining Sweetgreen means becoming part of a movement aimed at redefining the future of fast food. As you contribute to a healthier planet, you will also foster your own professional growth; our top-performing team members can advance to the position of General Manager within 36 months.

What You’ll Do:
In this role, you will take on key responsibilities, including but not limited to:

  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen throughout service
  • Preparing and cooking hot food items in accordance with established recipes and quality standards
  • Upholding food safety protocols, including proper FIFO rotation
  • Conducting regular taste tests to ensure food quality
  • Managing oven capacity and maintenance for optimal production
  • Collaborating with Management on Duty, Cold Prep, and Service teams during shifts
  • Facilitating smooth transitions between AM and PM operations
  • Recording waste related to quality or expiration and assisting with other stations as needed
  • Leading food tastings and midday quality checks, and supporting new menu training and implementation
  • Processing received orders and reporting shortages or quality issues
  • Being able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods

You are expected to perform all essential job duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Authorized to work in the United States

What You’ll Bring:
Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Prior experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting
  • Knowledge of food safety handling procedures
  • Ability to efficiently operate in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong time management and multitasking capabilities
  • Basic understanding of inventory management
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Strong verbal communication skills

What Makes You Stand Out:

  • Previous experience in line cooking
  • Food Handler or ServSafe certification
  • Experience with high-volume food production
  • Training or leadership experience
  • Proactive problem-solving and anticipatory skills
  • Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
  • Passion for food quality and consistency
  • Experience with kitchen management tools

What Perks You’ll Get:

  • Hospitality rewards: Team Members are eligible for tips based on their role and location
  • Competitive wages with opportunities for raises as new skills are learned
  • Medical, dental, and vision plan options for both part-time and full-time Team Members*
  • Paid vacation and wellness time
  • Paid parental leave*
  • 401k*
  • Complimentary healthy and delicious shift meals
  • Access to the SG Swag Marketplace – earn and purchase custom swag
  • And much more…

*Dependent on eligibility

Join our team and become an integral part of our hot food preparation, ensuring every guest enjoys high-quality, delicious food throughout the day.

Who We Are:
sweetgreen is dedicated to building healthier communities by connecting individuals with real food. We believe that real food should be convenient and accessible to everyone. Daily, our 5,000 team members prepare meals from scratch using fresh ingredients delivered that same morning. Our commitment to local communities emphasizes leaving individuals in better circumstances than we found them. We are redefining the act of nourishing people, with our teams being the most valuable ingredient—forming the heart of our company and creating a unique sweetgreen experience.

Sweetgreen is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusivity regardless of sex, gender, race, age, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

California residents: Please review our applicant privacy notice.

Sweetgreen participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about this program, please visit our website.

Job Posting Date: Fri, 02 May 2025 23:15:16 GMT

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