Team Lead

CAVA is a rapidly expanding restaurant company that specializes in wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Renowned for its commitment to quality ingredients, culinary innovation, and exceptional guest experiences, CAVA has built a strong reputation in the fast-casual dining sector. The company’s growth trajectory reflects its dedication to nourishing communities and delighting guests with flavorful, nutritious meals. CAVA prides itself on a culture grounded in five core values: generosity first, always; constant curiosity; acting with agility; passion for positivity; and collective ambition. These values foster an environment where team members thrive and every individual’s contribution is celebrated as essential to the company’s success.

At CAVA, the role of Team Leader is pivotal in transforming the company’s mission and values into real experiences for both guests and employees. Team Leaders work alongside Assistant General Managers and General Managers to support performance success by guiding and motivating the restaurant team daily. Their responsibilities encompass managing routines, delegating tasks, ensuring the highest standards are met, and facilitating the training and development of team members. This leadership role requires someone who can effectively balance operational duties with people management, creating a welcoming and collaborative workplace. Team Leaders play a critical role in making each dining experience memorable by focusing on hospitality, food quality, and service speed.

The position is dynamic and requires adaptability, as Team Leaders support opening and closing procedures, inventory management, food safety compliance, cash handling, and order placement. They are also expected to resolve issues promptly and model sound decision-making under pressure. With the restaurant industry’s fast pace, Team Leaders must embrace the value of agility, responding positively to change and fostering an optimistic environment. Working at CAVA means joining a community that values continuous learning, shared goals, and collective success.

CAVA offers competitive benefits to its Team Members, including early wage access, comprehensive health, dental, vision, and pet insurance, 401k enrollment with company contributions, paid sick, parental, and community service leaves, and a free meal during every shift worked. The physical demands of the role require standing for extended periods, lifting, reaching, handling kitchen equipment, and working comfortably in different temperature environments. Safety, alertness, and communication are paramount, reflecting the company’s high operational standards and commitment to employee well-being.

Overall, joining CAVA as a Team Leader means embracing a role that combines operational excellence with inspired leadership, all within a company that is enthusiastic about growth, community nourishment, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about hospitality, eager to develop skills, and driven to work in a supportive and vibrant restaurant culture.