Company Profile:
At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that’s been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards something big, together.

We foster a culture built on five core values: 

·       Generosity First, Always: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.

·       Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.

·       Act with Agility: We welcome change; it’s the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.

·       Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.

·       Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager:

The Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager will oversee the Cava Foods Food Safety and Quality Assurance program. The FSQA Manager will ensure adherence to all regulatory and 3rd party food safety requirements and manage a small team of Quality Assurance Technicians. The ideal candidate works well within a cross functional management team, has a passion for safe, high quality food and can easlity adapt to a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do:

·       Maintain and improve the plant’s Food Safety Plans and quality management systems. This includes allergen management, training, GMP, sanitation, internal audits and other pre-requisite programs.

·       Manage and facilitate growth of quality assurance technicians.

·       Maintain all regulatory certificates (Examples: State, FDA, GFSI, Organic, Kosher). 

·       Lead and train staff in the cleaning and sanitation of production equipment, including the use of manual and automated cleaning systems CIP - (Clean in Place), as well as required validation documentation.

·       Manage food safety related third party vendors for pest management, chemical supplier and 3rd party sanitation (If needed).

·       Maintain manufacturing specifications, standards, protocols and procedures for new product development, quality control and processing. 

·       Track and investigate complaint trends and utilize reporting to help communicate findings. 

·       Manage environmental monitoring, internal audit, as well as product hold and release programs. 

·       Assist in supplier management reviews and performance monitoring.

·       Manage and support traceability and recall programs.  

·       Provide technical support and expertise in quality related problem solving, risk analysis and crisis management. 

·       Actively contribute to continuous improvement of plant processes and make strategic recommendations to the management team to correct program deficiencies.

·       Ensure all production quality and food safety checks are performed accurately and product is handled appropriately.

·       Work well with cross functional partners and as part of a supportive management team.

The Qualifications:

·       5+ years of experience in food manufacturing with management experience

·       Bachelor’s degree in food science, food safety, food technology, microbiology, food technology, chemistry or related field.

·       Experience working with and developing a Food Safety Plan and Preventative Controls, HACCP, Sanitation, and product testing programs.

·       BRC and High Pressure Processing experience preferred.

·       Strong organization, leadership and communication skills

·       Must work well in a team environment

·       Ability to work flexible hours

·       Proficient in MS Office programs

·       PCQI Certified

What we offer:

·       Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives*

·       Early Wage Access!

·       Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, plus paid opportunities to give back to the community

·       Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!

·       401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

·       Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*

·       Free CAVA food

·       Casual work environment

·       The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only

CAVA – Joining “A culture, not a concept”

As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law.

California applicants: Please visit our Notice at Collection and Privacy Policy to learn about our information practices in the job application and employment context.

Company Profile:
At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that’s been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards something big, together.

We foster a culture built on five core values: 

·       Generosity First, Always: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.

·       Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.

·       Act with Agility: We welcome change; it’s the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.

·       Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.

·       Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager:

The Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager will oversee the Cava Foods Food Safety and Quality Assurance program. The FSQA Manager will ensure adherence to all regulatory and 3rd party food safety requirements and manage a small team of Quality Assurance Technicians. The ideal candidate works well within a cross functional management team, has a passion for safe, high quality food and can easlity adapt to a dynamic environment.

What You’ll Do:

·       Maintain and improve the plant’s Food Safety Plans and quality management systems. This includes allergen management, training, GMP, sanitation, internal audits and other pre-requisite programs.

·       Manage and facilitate growth of quality assurance technicians.

·       Maintain all regulatory certificates (Examples: State, FDA, GFSI, Organic, Kosher). 

·       Lead and train staff in the cleaning and sanitation of production equipment, including the use of manual and automated cleaning systems CIP - (Clean in Place), as well as required validation documentation.

·       Manage food safety related third party vendors for pest management, chemical supplier and 3rd party sanitation (If needed).

·       Maintain manufacturing specifications, standards, protocols and procedures for new product development, quality control and processing. 

·       Track and investigate complaint trends and utilize reporting to help communicate findings. 

·       Manage environmental monitoring, internal audit, as well as product hold and release programs. 

·       Assist in supplier management reviews and performance monitoring.

·       Manage and support traceability and recall programs.  

·       Provide technical support and expertise in quality related problem solving, risk analysis and crisis management. 

·       Actively contribute to continuous improvement of plant processes and make strategic recommendations to the management team to correct program deficiencies.

·       Ensure all production quality and food safety checks are performed accurately and product is handled appropriately.

·       Work well with cross functional partners and as part of a supportive management team.

The Qualifications:

·       5+ years of experience in food manufacturing with management experience

·       Bachelor’s degree in food science, food safety, food technology, microbiology, food technology, chemistry or related field.

·       Experience working with and developing a Food Safety Plan and Preventative Controls, HACCP, Sanitation, and product testing programs.

·       BRC and High Pressure Processing experience preferred.

·       Strong organization, leadership and communication skills

·       Must work well in a team environment

·       Ability to work flexible hours

·       Proficient in MS Office programs

·       PCQI Certified

What we offer:

·       Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives*

·       Early Wage Access!

·       Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, plus paid opportunities to give back to the community

·       Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!

·       401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

·       Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*

·       Free CAVA food

·       Casual work environment

·       The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only

CAVA – Joining “A culture, not a concept”

As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law.

California applicants: Please visit our Notice at Collection and Privacy Policy to learn about our information practices in the job application and employment context.