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CAVA

Culinary Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Benefits

competitive pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
telemedicine
Pet insurance
401k
Paid sick leave
Parental leave
community service leave
Free Meals

Job Description

CAVA is a fast-casual restaurant brand inspired by Mediterranean heritage, emphasizing the importance of eating well and living healthily. With a legacy that stretches back four thousand years, CAVA brings together authentic flavors and thoughtful cooking techniques to create meals that are both nutritious and delicious. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture built on core values such as generosity, curiosity, agility, positivity, and collective ambition. These values shape how employees interact, grow, and succeed together, contributing to the brand's ongoing expansion and success in the food industry. At CAVA, employees are part of a vibrant community... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a food service environment
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Comfortable working in hot and cold environments
  • Ability to bend and reach overhead frequently
  • Dexterity to handle kitchen tools and equipment
  • Comfortable working near open flames
  • Ability to work in tight spaces
  • Maintain constant communication with team members
  • Close, distance, and peripheral vision required
  • Ability to sit, squat, and kneel occasionally
  • Must work in a safe and alert manner
  • Willingness to occasionally work outdoors

Job Qualifications

  • Proven track record of coaching and developing team members
  • Ability to cross train across the restaurant to ensure rapid growth
  • Basic knowledge of food and beverage management
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Previous experience in a kitchen management or supervisory role preferred
  • Passion for food quality and safety
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Lead and develop the grill and prep teams and Special Ops trainers
  • Be responsible for opening or closing the restaurant
  • Learn basic food and beverage management including ordering and inventory organization
  • Develop new leadership skills to lead the team
  • Assist with any additional duties assigned
  • Proven track record of coaching and developing team members
  • Ability to cross train across the restaurant to ensure rapid growth

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location