Restaurant General Manager - Lead a Guest-First Team

CAVA - Deerfield Parkway

Buffalo Grove (IL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Early wage access
Health insurance
Dental/Vision/Telemedicine
Pet insurance
401k with company contribution
Paid sick leave, parental leave, and社区

Job summary

CAVA is seeking a General Manager to oversee all restaurant operations and lead a high-performing team. You will drive guest-first service, staff development, inventory, labor and accountability to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

As the GM, you will motivate teams, set high standards, and create a positive work environment while continuously improving performance and customer satisfaction. Join a growing brand that values collaboration, adaptability, and excellence.

Qualifications

  • Develop yourself and others – focus on self-improvement while supporting the success of others
  • Lead your four-wall operation like you own it – from people development, to inventory, labor, staffing, and accountability
  • Put the customer first – including your internal customers, your team. You will be responsible for regular people planning, coaching, training, accountability, and when necessary, corrective action
  • Consistently create CAVA fanatics – find ways to say “yes” to every guest, inspiring your teams to do the same
  • Achieve results – take ownership of every shift and take pride in your job
  • Foster collaboration – work with others to find success as a group
  • Adapt to change – solve problems through an open-minded and all-inclusive approach
  • Assist with any additional duties assigned

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all restaurant operations and team members.
  • Provide leadership and motivation to ensure guest-focused and team-focused operations.
  • Set high standards and establish a positive work atmosphere for day-to-day operations.

Job description

CAVA is seeking a General Manager to oversee all restaurant operations and lead a high-performing team. You will drive guest-first service, staff development, inventory, labor and accountability to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

As the GM, you will motivate teams, set high standards, and create a positive work environment while continuously improving performance and customer satisfaction. Join a growing brand that values collaboration, adaptability, and excellence.

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