Team Lead — Hospitality Growth & Team Development

Cava Group; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 1

Job summary

CAVA in Washington, DC is seeking Team Leaders to bring our mission, values, and hospitality to life in daily restaurant operations. You will lead the team on shift, delegate routines, ensure standards are met, and support training and development of Team Members.

This role requires coaching, inventory management, food safety, and hands-on leadership to deliver a welcoming guest experience. You’ll open and close the restaurant, handle orders and cash, and collaborate with managers to drive

Qualifications

• Coordinate with managers to deliver hospitality and quality food.
• Coach and develop cross-training as the business grows.
• Open/close the restaurant, place orders, inventory, and cash handling.
• Support food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Make sound decisions and resolve issues on shift.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the restaurant on your shift.
• Place food orders and conduct inventory.
• Handle cash and assist with guest transactions.
• Support training and development of Team Members.
• Promote guest experience with warm hospitality.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Food safety

Inventory management

Cash handling

Customer service

Communication

Job description

CAVA in Washington, DC is seeking Team Leaders to bring our mission, values, and hospitality to life in daily restaurant operations. You will lead the team on shift, delegate routines, ensure standards are met, and support training and development of Team Members.

This role requires coaching, inventory management, food safety, and hands-on leadership to deliver a welcoming guest experience. You’ll open and close the restaurant, handle orders and cash, and collaborate with managers to drive