Restaurant Team Lead - Guest Experience & Operations

CAVA - Whittier, CA - The Groves; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Wage Access

Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine,

Pet Insurance plus more!

401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

Paid sick leave, parental leave, and

community service leave

FREE CAVA Meal for every shift worked

Job summary

CAVA in Whittier, CA is seeking Team Leaders to translate our mission, values, and guest-centric standards into daily action. You’ll lead the team, support managers, maintain service quality, and ensure tasks are completed while fostering a positive work environment.

You’ll coach teammates, participate in opening/closing routines, handle orders and inventory, and uphold food safety. This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to guest satisfaction across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience promoting hospitality and guest service excellence.
• Ability to coach and develop team members across shifts.
• Experience with cash handling and daily cash reconciliation.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and cleanliness practices.
• Strong decision making and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team daily and partner with managers to deliver guest experiences.
• Open and close the restaurant, place orders, and conduct inventory.
• Support training and development of Team Members.
• Ensure standards are executed and food safety practices are followed.
• Maintain a positive work environment and respond to guest needs.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Coaching & development

Cash handling

Food safety practices

Team leadership

Job description

CAVA in Whittier, CA is seeking Team Leaders to translate our mission, values, and guest-centric standards into daily action. You’ll lead the team, support managers, maintain service quality, and ensure tasks are completed while fostering a positive work environment.

You’ll coach teammates, participate in opening/closing routines, handle orders and inventory, and uphold food safety. This role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to guest satisfaction across shifts.