Reporting to the Sr. Talent Acquisition Director you will effectively lead and develop a team of full-life-cycle Restaurant recruiters, through performance management, competency based + metrics based assessments, impact planning, and overall reporting, leading teams to accomplish priorities and initiatives with the impact of the guest in mind. 

Set the example across the department and team of a service mindset. 

Lead short-term strategy and priorities within team and strive to reach designated key initiatives at or before agreed upn timeframes. 

Effectively communicate goals, priorities and action items to direct reports, actively providing feedback and progress updates.  

Manage team members with respect and integrity, independent of their background 

Create opportunities for Team Members to grow in their roles and progress in the organization, through insightful and actionable feedback. 

Take feedback from Sr. Leadership and colleagues in a constructive manner. 

Execute effective decision-making skills to lead the team to succeed. 

Manage recruiting workload by sourcing, attracting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding high-caliber talent that will elevate the CAVA brand.   

Be a thought partner and champion that leads the charge in hiring manager relationships, team responsibilities, and accountability through continuous improvements to our Recruiting strategy and creating mitigation plans for every opportunity.  

Be at the front and center of change management, upholding the accountabilities that will elevate CAVAs position as an enterprise brand, though smart hiring practices, training and continuous process improvements.  

Be receptive to new ideas and continuously seek ways to innovate solutions and introduce new ways of looking at problems. 

Maintain emotional stability in stressful situations, leading by example for how our teams should handle adversity. 

In partnership with our Marketing team, you will establish yourself as a social recruiting expert, taking an active lead in employment branding across all hiring social channels.  

With a strong marketing mindset working cross functionally with various departments to successfully deploy creative ways of attracting high caliber talent.  

Continuously evaluate the candidate journey and hiring process, to determine when there is room for modification and improved efficiency. 

Monitors external company reviews and identifies CAVA interview trends, escalating concerns with proposed solutions to Talent Acquisition Director. 

Develop local and national diversity partnerships that enhance the diversity of our brand. 

Create a robust and meaningful Restaurant internship program. 

Continuously research external technologies and resources bringing innovative ideas, methodologies, and processes to the talent team on a consistent and regular basis.  

Abide by policies and procedures that support the service mindset 

Manage timeline expectations within and across teams, deliver on our responsibilities accordingly 

Earn the trust of Team Members and Managers by consistently embracing CAVA’s values 

Show discipline in bringing consistent performance, communication, and attitude to the job every day 

Actively contribute to your department in order to complete tasks and meet company goals 

Recognize the emotional stake each Team Member has in personal and organizational success of this business 

7+ years recruiting with 2+ years of recruiting people leadership experience 

Must have proficient knowledge of Recruitment marketing strategic, Recruiting metrics, and Employment law 

Restaurant Recruiting Experience highly desired  

Strategic leadership with sound decision making skills and the ability to work efficiently, and report on trends and results with minimal direction. 

Proven success leading organizations through high-growth, high-volume, full cycle recruiting. 

Strong relationship building experience, with an impeccable reputation for inspiring results across all cross functional teams   

Unwavering commitment to service, accountability, diverse thought, growth and process improvement 

Effective negotiator with the ability to manage up, across and through the company while influencing change.  

Proven record of accomplishment exceeding hiring goals such as closing percentages, time to fill, and quality of hire.  

Possess critical thinking and use that mindset towards continuous innovation, growth and improvements 

Exhibit resourcefulness, a can-do attitude, professionalism and responsibility at the highest levels  

Must have a service mindset and always communicate with professionalism, kindness and respect 

Advanced experience with applicant tracking software and HR databases. 

Travel expectation 15%  

Ability to maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment 

Must be able to identify, analyze and assess details 

Must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds 

Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively 

Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production support or office operations, as applicable 

Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner    

Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives* 

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 

Early wage access!  

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

Reporting to the Sr. Talent Acquisition Director you will effectively lead and develop a team of full-life-cycle Restaurant recruiters, through performance management, competency based + metrics based assessments, impact planning, and overall reporting, leading teams to accomplish priorities and initiatives with the impact of the guest in mind. 

Set the example across the department and team of a service mindset. 

Lead short-term strategy and priorities within team and strive to reach designated key initiatives at or before agreed upn timeframes. 

Effectively communicate goals, priorities and action items to direct reports, actively providing feedback and progress updates.  

Manage team members with respect and integrity, independent of their background 

Create opportunities for Team Members to grow in their roles and progress in the organization, through insightful and actionable feedback. 

Take feedback from Sr. Leadership and colleagues in a constructive manner. 

Execute effective decision-making skills to lead the team to succeed. 

Manage recruiting workload by sourcing, attracting, interviewing, hiring and onboarding high-caliber talent that will elevate the CAVA brand.   

Be a thought partner and champion that leads the charge in hiring manager relationships, team responsibilities, and accountability through continuous improvements to our Recruiting strategy and creating mitigation plans for every opportunity.  

Be at the front and center of change management, upholding the accountabilities that will elevate CAVAs position as an enterprise brand, though smart hiring practices, training and continuous process improvements.  

Be receptive to new ideas and continuously seek ways to innovate solutions and introduce new ways of looking at problems. 

Maintain emotional stability in stressful situations, leading by example for how our teams should handle adversity. 

In partnership with our Marketing team, you will establish yourself as a social recruiting expert, taking an active lead in employment branding across all hiring social channels.  

With a strong marketing mindset working cross functionally with various departments to successfully deploy creative ways of attracting high caliber talent.  

Continuously evaluate the candidate journey and hiring process, to determine when there is room for modification and improved efficiency. 

Monitors external company reviews and identifies CAVA interview trends, escalating concerns with proposed solutions to Talent Acquisition Director. 

Develop local and national diversity partnerships that enhance the diversity of our brand. 

Create a robust and meaningful Restaurant internship program. 

Continuously research external technologies and resources bringing innovative ideas, methodologies, and processes to the talent team on a consistent and regular basis.  

Abide by policies and procedures that support the service mindset 

Manage timeline expectations within and across teams, deliver on our responsibilities accordingly 

Earn the trust of Team Members and Managers by consistently embracing CAVA’s values 

Show discipline in bringing consistent performance, communication, and attitude to the job every day 

Actively contribute to your department in order to complete tasks and meet company goals 

Recognize the emotional stake each Team Member has in personal and organizational success of this business 

7+ years recruiting with 2+ years of recruiting people leadership experience 

Must have proficient knowledge of Recruitment marketing strategic, Recruiting metrics, and Employment law 

Restaurant Recruiting Experience highly desired  

Strategic leadership with sound decision making skills and the ability to work efficiently, and report on trends and results with minimal direction. 

Proven success leading organizations through high-growth, high-volume, full cycle recruiting. 

Strong relationship building experience, with an impeccable reputation for inspiring results across all cross functional teams   

Unwavering commitment to service, accountability, diverse thought, growth and process improvement 

Effective negotiator with the ability to manage up, across and through the company while influencing change.  

Proven record of accomplishment exceeding hiring goals such as closing percentages, time to fill, and quality of hire.  

Possess critical thinking and use that mindset towards continuous innovation, growth and improvements 

Exhibit resourcefulness, a can-do attitude, professionalism and responsibility at the highest levels  

Must have a service mindset and always communicate with professionalism, kindness and respect 

Advanced experience with applicant tracking software and HR databases. 

Travel expectation 15%  

Ability to maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment 

Must be able to identify, analyze and assess details 

Must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds 

Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively 

Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production support or office operations, as applicable 

Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner    

Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives* 

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 

Early wage access!  

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