Team Lead — Guest Experience & Team Growth

Harri; Irmo (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Wage Access

Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine,

Pet Insurance

401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

Paid sick leave, parental leave, and

Free CAVA Meal for every shift worked

Job summary

CAVA is looking for Team Leaders to help bring our mission and values to life on the restaurant floor. You will lead the team daily, work with managers to maintain service standards, and foster a welcoming guest experience.

Responsibilities include opening/closing, placing orders, inventory, cash handling, and ensuring food safety. You will develop teammates and support ongoing training across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading restaurant teams and delivering guest satisfaction.
• Ability to coach and develop team members on shift.
• Experience with opening/closing duties and cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily team operations and promote a positive work environment.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure standards are met and tasks are delegated.
• Open and close the restaurant, place food orders, and conduct inventory.
• Ensure food safety practices and cleanliness standards are followed.
• Model sound decision making and resolve issues as they arise.
• Support shift deployment for high service levels and timely food presentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff coaching

Guest service

Food safety

Inventory management

Cash handling

Job description

CAVA is looking for Team Leaders to help bring our mission and values to life on the restaurant floor. You will lead the team daily, work with managers to maintain service standards, and foster a welcoming guest experience.

Responsibilities include opening/closing, placing orders, inventory, cash handling, and ensuring food safety. You will develop teammates and support ongoing training across shifts.