sweetgreen · 8 hours ago
Chief Development Officer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expSweetgreen is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Development Officer (CDO) to lead their development initiatives with a focus on design, construction, store development, site selections, and facilities management. The CDO will be responsible for strategic planning and overseeing the real estate management and store development processes to align with the company's objectives.
Food and BeverageOrganic FoodRestaurants
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy aligning with the company's overall objectives
Provide strategic leadership in design, construction, store development, site selection, and facilities management
Oversee site selection processes, evaluating potential locations nationally (internationally) based on market analysis and business requirements
Negotiate leases, purchase agreements, and other real estate transactions
Manage the real estate portfolio and optimize space utilization
Lead the design and construction teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective completion of projects
Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality facilities
Implement sustainable and innovative design practices
Develop and execute strategies for expanding the company's store network
Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to inform store development decisions
Ensure that new stores align with brand standards and enhance the overall customer experience
Oversee the maintenance and operational efficiency of existing facilities
Implement best practices in facilities management to ensure safety, functionality, and cost-effectiveness
Develop and manage budgets for facilities-related projects
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience at the CDO level is preferred
5+10 years of executive-level experience leading teams (including virtual and remote teams)
Exceptional executive presence, business acumen, and presentation skills
Budgeting and a financially focused mindset
Good track record in handling and successfully delivering on a high volume of complex projects and tasks
Clear and concise communication style that can effectively convey ideas written and verbally
Have a point of view, and able to offer a unique perspective and voice
Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Greater Los Angeles area
Benefits
Competitive pay + bonus plan based on performance
Health, dental + vision insurance
401k
Flexible PTO, because we respect the need for work/life harmony
An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you, both by growing them and by connecting them to real food
To live the sweetlife and celebrate your passion + purpose
A collaborative family of people who live our core values and have your back
A clear career path with opportunities for development, both personally and professionally
Free sweetgreen swag
Complimentary sweetgreen
Company
sweetgreen
Sweetgreen is a fast casual restaurant chain that serves simple, seasonal, and healthy salads, and grain bowls.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$478.6MKey Investors
FidelityT. Rowe PriceRevolution
2021-11-18IPO
2019-09-19Series I· $150M
2018-11-16Series H· $200M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Neman
Co-Founder and CEO
Nicolas Jammet
Co-Founder & Chief Concept Officer
Recent News
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