Restaurant Team Lead — Elevate Guest Experience

Harri; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Wage Access

Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine,

401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Free CAVA meal for every shift worked

Job summary

CAVA is seeking a Restaurant Team Leader in California to help bring our hospitality-driven culture to life on the floor. You will lead daily team operations, ensure guest satisfaction, and support managers in maintaining performance and service standards on shift.

Responsibilities include opening/closing the restaurant, inventory and cash handling, and coaching Team Members while upholding food safety practices. This role emphasizes teamwork, training, and delivering a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or food service
• Ability to coach and develop team members
• Strong focus on guest experience and safety practices

Responsibilities

• Open and close the restaurant and manage daily operations
• Coach, develop, and cross-train Team Members
• Assist with inventory, placing orders, and cash handling as needed
• Support food safety initiatives and ensure cleanliness standards
• Promote a positive work environment and uphold brand standards

Skills

Hospitality

Team leadership

Food safety

Job description

CAVA is seeking a Restaurant Team Leader in California to help bring our hospitality-driven culture to life on the floor. You will lead daily team operations, ensure guest satisfaction, and support managers in maintaining performance and service standards on shift.

Responsibilities include opening/closing the restaurant, inventory and cash handling, and coaching Team Members while upholding food safety practices. This role emphasizes teamwork, training, and delivering a positive guest experience.