Job description Hey, Sunshine Kitchen is a passion-driven, sister-owned fast casual concept that seeks to inspire the community to nourish their inner shine through plant-based eating. As moms, chefs, and entrepreneurs, the founders of HSK are excited to make a positive impact on the world, animals, and the health of all living beings. Position Summary The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is a highly motivated hospitality professional responsible for supporting the General Manager in the daily operations of the restaurant. This is a hands-on, hourly leadership position that works alongside the team in both front and back of house operations to help ensure an exceptional guest experience, strong team culture, and smooth day-to-day execution. The AGM assists with shift leadership, training, inventory, operational support, scheduling, and maintaining restaurant standards. This role works closely with the General Manager and ownership team to uphold the Hey, Sunshine Kitchen culture, systems, protocols, and guest experience standards. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality, thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and is comfortable working in all areas of the restaurant including POS/customer interaction, front of house, build line, and back of house operations. Job Responsibilities Support the General Manager with the daily operations of the restaurant Lead shifts and help ensure the restaurant operates efficiently and smoothly Work alongside team members in front and back of house operations as needed Assist with training and onboarding team members using established operational systems and checklists Help maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, hospitality, and service Assist with inventory management, prep organization, and operational readiness Support scheduling needs and staffing coordination under the direction of the General Manager Resolve guest concerns professionally and efficiently to ensure a positive guest experience Model and reinforce Hey, Sunshine Kitchen's core values, culture, and standards Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and restaurant safety procedures Help cultivate a positive, respectful, team-oriented work environment Maintain organization and accountability through daily operational tools and checklists Provide coaching, encouragement, and support to crew members during shifts Perform opening, closing, and shift management responsibilities as assigned Job Requirements 2+ years of restaurant experience as a shift lead, key holder, assistant manager, or similar leadership role Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to lead by example and work collaboratively with team members Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment Basic computer skills including email, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office applications Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds Compensation & Benefits $23.00- $25.00 per hour plus tips Paid training Free shift meals Growth and advancement opportunities Opportunity to build highly sought-after restaurant leadership skills A clear path for professional development within a growing brand In person in Culver City, CA More About Us Our founders, Heather Golden Ray and Jenny Engel of Spork Foods, have owned and operated a successful vegan cooking school and launched numerous food products in grocery stores. Established in 2007, Spork Foods has been a leader and innovator in the plant-based space. At Hey, Sunshine Kitchen, we are deeply committed to sustainability and use only Non-GMO ingredients sourced with compassion and heart. We believe our chef-crafted dishes help nourish from the inside out, and the brighter you shine, the more your inner gifts can positively impact the world around you. We incorporate our core values Shine, Compassion, and Drive Into everything we do. We are preparing for rapid growth throughout the United States and are seeking passionate hospitality professionals who are excited to grow with us. Hey, Sunshine Kitchen has been recognized as "Best Woman-Owned Restaurant in the Country" on Yelp and "Best New Vegan Restaurant" in a major publication. We have been featured in the LA Times, TimeOut Magazine, LA Weekly, Spectrum News, Eater, and KTLA 5. Backed by experienced restaurant operators and advisors behind brands such as Veggie Grill, Pokeworks, Earl of Sandwich, and Baja Fresh, we are building something special and looking for great people to grow with us.

Job Type:

30-40 hours per week

Benefits:

Staff Meals Paid time off Paid training Experience level: 2 years Restaurant type: Fast casual restaurant Weekly day range: Weekdays and Weekends Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift

Work Location:

In person