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.

Senior Benefits Analyst:

This role will assist in administration of employee benefit plans and wellbeing programs at CAVA. This includes facilitating enrollment, benefit orientations, training and communications. The Benefits Analyst will be responsible for completing documentation where needed for process and compliance purposes, as well as monitoring and analyzing data.

What You’ll Do:

• Participates in evaluating Benefits program that allows CAVA to attract and retain top talent.

• Performs benefits administration to include enrollment, claims resolution, change reporting, benefits invoicing and communicating benefit information to Team Members.

• Responsible for responding and resolving benefit related inquiries and issues.

• Serves as a resource to guide Team Members to benefit plan, PTO, and leave information.

• Prepares and submits regulatory filings and compliance reports.

• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs) and other plan documents.

• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment and leave policies.

• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

• 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

The Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of human resources experience, benefits administration

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software systems including UKG

• Strong analytics and problem solving abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams

• The ability to work independently on complex projects and solve problems

• A strong grasp of the industry and knowledge of legal guidelines

• The ability to maintain strict confidentiality of employee and departmental issues

• Knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, and EEOC regulations is preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or Human Resources preferred

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”

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. 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.