[Hiring] Associate Restaurant Openings Manager @CAVA

Role Description

The Associate Restaurant Opening Manager is passionate about providing amazing training during new restaurant openings. An ideal candidate is highly engaging and knows how to build relationships with others. The Restaurant Opening Manager is a CAVA training expert and has a thorough understanding of all operational tools and training materials. The candidate will be motivated by developing others and have a track record of success with new restaurant openings. Successful candidates will be strong team players but also able to work independently.

• Responsible for recruiting of local NRO Trainers with a focus on developing and retaining CAVA team members
• Responsible for Pre/Post-Opening Budget including; NRO Team T&E expenses, Pre-Opening Labor, Pre/Post-Opening COGs
• Responsible for NRO Leads performance development and performance management
• Validate training of assigned openings leadership teams (GM, GEM, and CL) with weekly check-in calls and validation of training completion
• Lead NRO Bootcamps as needed to support new restaurant openings
• Support at new restaurant openings as needed
• Assist with ad hoc projects as directed that support the conversion and new restaurant opening process with a focus on streamlining RO Training processes partnering with L&D, localizing Restaurant Opening Trainers and Leads, Reduction of NRO Training Timeline with a focus of training efficiency and cost savings
• Provide support to the restaurant openings project manager to ensure all punch list tasks are completed by development by their specified due date
• Coordinate with relevant partners to ensure this is completed
• Partners with all support center departments to ensure openings are successful
• Lead conference calls with the GM to assist in hiring and recruiting for the restaurant
• Partners with GM in writing the training and opening weekend schedules
• Attend weekly calls with NRO team and provide status updates on each restaurant project

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a General Manager or equivalent
• Substantial experience with new restaurant openings
• Highly organized and able to track multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with recruiting and hiring
• Ability to lead a team, delegate tasks and follow up on execution
• Takes ownership of each project and partners with others to find a solution to every problem

Requirements

• 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
• For certain positions, 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

Benefits

• 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