Restaurant GM: Lead People, Profit & Guest Experience

Cava Group; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Early Wage Access

401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

Paid sick leave, parental leave, and

Free CAVA meal for every shift worked

Ground floor of a rapidly growingbrand

Job summary

CAVA Group is seeking a General Manager to oversee restaurant operations and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences in New Jersey. You’ll drive staffing, training, and accountability, while maintaining high standards and a positive work culture.

You’ll coach and empower staff, manage inventory and labor, and ensure consistent results across shifts, adapting to changes and fostering cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Develop yourself and others – focus on self-improvement while supporting the success of others.
• Lead your four-wall operation—from people development, to inventory, labor, staffing, and accountability.
• Put the customer first and coach your team to deliver guest-focused service.
• Create positive results, own each shift, and foster collaboration within the team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all restaurant operations and team members.
• Provide leadership and motivation to ensure guest-focused and team-focused service.
• Set high standards and maintain a positive work atmosphere for daily operations.
• Coach, train, and take corrective action when necessary.
• Drive guest satisfaction and operational excellence across shifts.
• Collaborate with others and adapt to changing conditions.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Inventory management

Staffing

Customer service

Coaching

Accountability

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

CAVA Group is seeking a General Manager to oversee restaurant operations and lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences in New Jersey. You’ll drive staffing, training, and accountability, while maintaining high standards and a positive work culture.

You’ll coach and empower staff, manage inventory and labor, and ensure consistent results across shifts, adapting to changes and fostering cross-team collaboration.