Restaurant Team Leader – Grow, Lead & Delight Guests

Cava-a2a3360d; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Wage Access

Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, 

401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

Paid sick leave, parental leave, and 

Free CAVA Meal for every shift worked

Job summary

CAVA is seeking a Team Leader to help bring our mission and values to life in our Gaithersburg, MD restaurants. You will lead daily operations, coach teammates, and ensure superb guest experiences while maintaining food safety and quality standards.

You will partner with the General Managers and Assistant GMs to promote teamwork, manage shift tasks, and support training. This role offers growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Work closely with Managers and Team Members to bring the spirit of hospitality to guests.
• Coach, develop, and support cross training as the business grows.
• Open/close duties include inventory, ordering, and cash handling as needed.
• Support food safety initiatives and ensure teammates follow cleanliness standards.
• Model sound decision making and help resolve issues that may arise.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team daily, promoting a positive work environment.
• Delegate routines and important tasks while ensuring standards are met.
• Support training and development of Team Members.
• Assist with opening/closing, inventory, and cash handling as required.
• Ensure high-quality guest interactions and timely food presentation.

Skills

Hospitality

Team leadership

Coaching

Food safety

Cash handling

Job description

CAVA is seeking a Team Leader to help bring our mission and values to life in our Gaithersburg, MD restaurants. You will lead daily operations, coach teammates, and ensure superb guest experiences while maintaining food safety and quality standards.

You will partner with the General Managers and Assistant GMs to promote teamwork, manage shift tasks, and support training. This role offers growth opportunities within a fast-growing brand and competitive benefits.