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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 $17.00
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Benefits

competitive pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
telemedicine
Pet insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Paid sick leave
Parental leave
community service leave
free meal for every shift worked

Job Description

CAVA is a dynamic restaurant brand inspired by a rich Mediterranean heritage, dedicated to making it deliciously simple for people to eat well and feel great every day. With a tradition perfected over four thousand years, CAVA emphasizes authenticity, curiosity, and an uncompromising pursuit of excellence. The company has cultivated a vibrant culture anchored on five core values: Generosity First, Always - leading with kindness and service to others; Constant Curiosity - an eagerness to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious; Act with Agility - embracing change as the only constant and adapting swiftly; Passion for Positivity - approaching... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to bend and reach overhead often
  • Must possess dexterity to handle tongs pots and 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
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proven track record of coaching and developing team members
  • Ability to cross train across different restaurant roles
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and quality standards
  • Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Ability to manage time effectively under pressure

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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