CAVA - Butler Plaza

Culinary Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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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 meal

Job Description

CAVA is a dynamic and rapidly growing restaurant brand known for its passionate commitment to delivering high-quality Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Founded with a mission to provide fresh, flavorful, and wholesome food, CAVA has quickly established itself as a leader in the fast-casual dining sector, aiming to turn every guest into a fanatic through its dedication to exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding customer service. The company fosters a vibrant workplace culture rooted in five core values: positivity, transparency, humility, fanaticism, and thoughtfulness. These values guide every team member to contribute positively to the workplace, encourage open communication and continuous improvement, and passionately... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to bend and reach overhead often
  • must possess dexterity to handle tongs, pots/pans, and other equipment
  • must be comfortable working in temperatures ranging from hot to cold
  • must be comfortable working near open flames
  • may be required to work in tight spaces
  • must maintain near constant communication with multiple people
  • close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision is required
  • must be able to sit, squat and kneel occasionally
  • must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
  • may be required to occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • proven track record of coaching and developing team members
  • previous experience in a kitchen leadership or supervisory role preferred
  • ability to learn and apply food and beverage management principles
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • capability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • physical ability to perform kitchen duties including lifting up to 50 pounds

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
  • coach and develop team members
  • cross train across the restaurant to ensure rapid growth

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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