People & Culture Manager

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 has 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 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.
  
  

People & Culture Manager

The People and Culture Manager is a key leadership role responsible for driving and implementing People & Culture strategies that foster a positive workplace culture, employee engagement, and organizational development. This individual will work closely with leadership and Team Members to ensure alignment with CAVA’s Mission, Values, and Competencies values that promote an inclusive, high-performance team. They will serve as a champion for Team Member well-being, diversity, and growth opportunities across the organization.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

What You’ll Do

• Inclusive Culture Development & Employee Engagement:
• Drive initiatives to build a strong, positive organizational culture aligned with CAVA’s mission, values, and competencies.
• Develop and implement strategies to foster employee engagement, morale, and retention.
• Organize employee feedback surveys and act on results to improve satisfaction and culture.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization, implementing programs that ensure inclusivity.
• Advocate for a workplace culture where all Team Members feel respected, supported, and have an equal opportunity to succeed.
• Work with leadership to create and implement programs and initiatives that promote inclusivity across all levels of the organization.
• Champion inclusive leadership development programs that ensure leaders are equipped with the tools and knowledge to create a more inclusive work environment.
• HR Policies & Compliance:
• Ensure CAVA’s policies, practices, and programs are in compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws.
• Update and communicate policies related to employee conduct, compensation, benefits, and safety.
• Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and resolve employee relations issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Employee Relations:
• Act as a trusted advisor to Team Members and leadership on workplace issues, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Provide guidance on resolving workplace conflicts in a fair and effective manner.
• Develop and implement employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones.
• Implement DEI Strategy:
• Lead the execution, and measurement of CAVA’s DEI strategy.
• Develop and implement strategies to encourage allyship and cross-functional collaboration among Team Members from different backgrounds.
• Develop and implement training programs for all Team Members, including unconscious bias training, cultural competency, and inclusive leadership development.
• Provide training and resources to Team Members on creating an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Partner with training and development to integrate DEI principles into ongoing professional development and leadership training initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with external organizations, diversity networks, and community groups to enhance our DEI efforts.
• Collect, analyze, and report on DEI data, including diversity metrics, retention, promotion rates, and employee satisfaction.
• Provide regular reports on DEI progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership and other key stakeholders.
• Employee Feedback & Listening:
• Develop systems for gathering feedback from employees including regular surveys, focus groups, and one-on-one conversations.
• Analyze feedback and work collaboratively with leadership to implement improvements based on Team Members needs and suggestions.
• Address any Team Member related concerns or conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
  
  

The Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• At least 5 years of experience in Human Resources, with a focus on employee relations, culture management, and organizational development.
• Experience managing and implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives is highly desirable.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus.
  
  

Physical 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.
  
  

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.
• All exempt and non-exempt employees are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of service and you have until the day before the effective date to enroll. A new hire can enroll in our benefit program by selecting a link that is emailed directly to the new hire at their personal email address once hired.
• Please note that visa sponsorship is not available.
• The posting range is an all cash range.
• Indicates qualifying eligible positions only
  
  

CAVA – Joining “A culture, not a concept.”

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Skills

employee relations