Associate General Counsel

Associate General Counsel 

At CAVA Support Centers we love what we do, and we try and make every day as fulfilling as the last. Our Support Center needs fanatics in tech, marketing, human resources, finance, operations, supply chain, and store development to support our growing brands.

We foster a culture built on five core values: 

• Positivity – Every one of us can change someone’s day for the better.   
• Transparency –We use transparency to help us make decisions through open dialogue
• Humility – We can always find ways to improve.
• Fanaticism – We are passionate about the opportunity to turn every guest into a fanatic.
• Thoughtfulness –We go above and beyond for our guests, our teams and communities. 

The Role:
Corporate and commercial support for an emerging growth restaurant chain including negotiate contractual matters in core business areas; provide practical advice regarding legal and business risks and opportunities, and assist in guiding future growth initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Negotiate and draft business contracts, including supply chain, procurement, marketing, operations, facilities, IT, HR, and technology agreements. Maintain contracts database.
• Maintain state registrations in all states in which the Company does business.
• Assist in drafting and negotiating commercial real estate leases, estoppels, SNDAs, and build agreements, and supervise lease administrative support partner.
• Manage portfolio of trademarks.
• Supervise licensing and permitting process. Research and handle extraordinary licensing or permitting issues.
• Assist litigation counsel in managing litigation matters, including preparing document productions and responding to discovery requests.
• Monitor state and local regulations affecting the restaurant industry and advise regarding compliance efforts, including, but not limited to, food packaging, menu, and COVID-related regulations.

The Qualifications:

• Education, Training, and Work Experience
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA accredited law school, superior academic credentials (> 3.3 GPA and transcript required).
• Member in good standing of at least one State Bar.
• Preferred 5+ years of corporate legal experience including prior large corporate law firm and/or in-house experience.
• Experience in advising retail and/or restaurant clients preferred.
• Experience in reviewing and drafting contracts required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to all levels of management, staff, outside counsel, and business partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of business risks and opportunities in negotiation of contracts.
• Approaches obstacles proactively and looks for creative solutions to further business needs.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and a strong dedication to providing prompt, excellent client service to internal and external partners.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
• Analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
• Upholds and furthers Cava’s culture and values.
• Some public company, Board support and related governance experience is helpful.
• NOTE: Cava reserves the right to revise or change the position plan as the need arises. This position plan is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Must be able to identify, assess and observe detail
• Must be able to occasionally push, pull, lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly
• Ability to squat, kneel, bend and twist occasionally
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

What we offer:  

• 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
• 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.

Associate General Counsel 

At CAVA Support Centers we love what we do, and we try and make every day as fulfilling as the last. Our Support Center needs fanatics in tech, marketing, human resources, finance, operations, supply chain, and store development to support our growing brands.

We foster a culture built on five core values: 

• Positivity – Every one of us can change someone’s day for the better.   
• Transparency –We use transparency to help us make decisions through open dialogue
• Humility – We can always find ways to improve.
• Fanaticism – We are passionate about the opportunity to turn every guest into a fanatic.
• Thoughtfulness –We go above and beyond for our guests, our teams and communities. 

The Role:
Corporate and commercial support for an emerging growth restaurant chain including negotiate contractual matters in core business areas; provide practical advice regarding legal and business risks and opportunities, and assist in guiding future growth initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Negotiate and draft business contracts, including supply chain, procurement, marketing, operations, facilities, IT, HR, and technology agreements. Maintain contracts database.
• Maintain state registrations in all states in which the Company does business.
• Assist in drafting and negotiating commercial real estate leases, estoppels, SNDAs, and build agreements, and supervise lease administrative support partner.
• Manage portfolio of trademarks.
• Supervise licensing and permitting process. Research and handle extraordinary licensing or permitting issues.
• Assist litigation counsel in managing litigation matters, including preparing document productions and responding to discovery requests.
• Monitor state and local regulations affecting the restaurant industry and advise regarding compliance efforts, including, but not limited to, food packaging, menu, and COVID-related regulations.

The Qualifications:

• Education, Training, and Work Experience
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA accredited law school, superior academic credentials (> 3.3 GPA and transcript required).
• Member in good standing of at least one State Bar.
• Preferred 5+ years of corporate legal experience including prior large corporate law firm and/or in-house experience.
• Experience in advising retail and/or restaurant clients preferred.
• Experience in reviewing and drafting contracts required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to all levels of management, staff, outside counsel, and business partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of business risks and opportunities in negotiation of contracts.
• Approaches obstacles proactively and looks for creative solutions to further business needs.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and a strong dedication to providing prompt, excellent client service to internal and external partners.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
• Analytical ability and strong attention to detail.
• Upholds and furthers Cava’s culture and values.
• Some public company, Board support and related governance experience is helpful.
• NOTE: Cava reserves the right to revise or change the position plan as the need arises. This position plan is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Must be able to identify, assess and observe detail
• Must be able to occasionally push, pull, lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly
• Ability to squat, kneel, bend and twist occasionally
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

What we offer:  

• 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
• 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.