Team Lead, Guest Experience & Growth

CAVA; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Wage Access

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

Pet Insurance

401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Community service leave

Free CAVA meal for each shift

Job summary

CAVA is seeking Team Leaders to bring our mission and values to life in our restaurants. You will lead the team daily, promote a positive work environment, and deliver on commitments to guests.

Responsibilities include opening/closing duties, ordering, inventory, and cash handling, while upholding food safety and cleanliness across shifts. Join us to grow with a fast‑growing, Mediterranean-inspired brand.

Qualifications

• Hospitality focus when serving guests and ensuring quality food.
• Coach and develop Team Members; support cross-training as the business grows.
• Execute opening/closing duties, place orders, conduct inventories, and handle cash.
• Maintain food safety practices and cleanliness standards throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and promote a positive work environment.
• Delegate routines and important tasks to team members to meet standards.
• Train and develop other Team Members on tasks and hospitality best practices.
• Support guests and teammates to ensure top service and quality food.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Coaching

Cross-training

Opening/Closing

Inventory

Cash handling

Food safety

Team deployment

Job description

CAVA is seeking Team Leaders to bring our mission and values to life in our restaurants. You will lead the team daily, promote a positive work environment, and deliver on commitments to guests.

Responsibilities include opening/closing duties, ordering, inventory, and cash handling, while upholding food safety and cleanliness across shifts. Join us to grow with a fast‑growing, Mediterranean-inspired brand.