Culinary Lead - Quick Hire!

CAVA is a dynamic restaurant company rooted in Mediterranean heritage, dedicated to making healthy eating deliciously simple every day. Drawing on four thousand years of Mediterranean culinary traditions, CAVA combines authenticity, curiosity, and a passion for excellence to create flavorful, wholesome meals that resonate with a diverse, health-conscious customer base. As a rapidly growing brand, CAVA is committed to fostering a culture built on five core values: generosity first, always; constant curiosity; acting with agility; passion for positivity; and collective ambition. These principles guide every aspect of the company’s operations and team interactions, ensuring a supportive and inspiring workplace for culinary professionals and staff alike. The Culinary Lead role at CAVA is pivotal to the success of each restaurant. This hourly kitchen management position involves leading and developing the grill and prep teams, ensuring adherence to food quality and safety standards, and overseeing daily restaurant operations such as opening and closing procedures. Culinary Leads play a crucial role in coaching and mentoring team members, cultivating leadership qualities, and promoting a collaborative environment that supports rapid growth and operational excellence. Team members who thrive in this role are detail-oriented, hardworking, and capable of motivating others, creating a positive and efficient kitchen atmosphere that results in mouthwatering meals and satisfied customers. As Culinary Lead, you will gain valuable experience in food and beverage management, including ordering and inventory control, while expanding your leadership abilities. The position offers opportunities for advancement within the company, emphasizing skill development and cross-training across various restaurant functions. Physical stamina and dexterity are essential to perform the role successfully due to the demands of a fast-paced kitchen environment. The company also values flexibility and agility, inviting team members to embrace change and continuously improve. Working at CAVA means being part of a passionate team focused on delivering outstanding food experiences and growing together within a supportive, inclusive culture. The role can be full-time or part-time and comes with competitive pay and a range of benefits, making it an attractive career opportunity for culinary professionals and aspiring leaders in restaurant management.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• previous experience in a culinary or kitchen management role preferred
• ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• must be able to bend and reach overhead often
• dexterity to handle kitchen tools and equipment
• comfortable working in varying temperatures and near open flames
• ability to work in tight spaces and maintain constant communication
• good vision including close, distance, and peripheral
• must be able to sit, squat, and kneel occasionally
• ability to work safely and stay alert
• may work in outdoor weather conditions