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.

Food Safety and Quality Assurance Analyst (REMOTE)

This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your passion for details and data analysis while working in partnership with various departments and cross functional partners in a fast-paced environment. The Analyst will be the key contact on all food safety analytics and data management. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys spending time keeping meticulous records and diving into the data. It is also a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building others food safety knowledge through analysis and reporting.

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:

• Collect and compile data from various sources
• Analyze this data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and other relevant insights
• Create and provide ad hoc and recurring reporting for the FSQA Team, cross-functional partners, and leadership
• Maintain accurate records internally and within 3rd party software systems for restaurant and corporate users
• Review and monitor a variety of incoming information (Examples: 3rd party audits, chemical provider reports, health department inspections) and conduct follow up when needed
• Fulfill internal and external requests for regulatory information, New Restaurant permitting, permit renewals, and general regulatory compliance
• Assist department with project management needs
• Support department needs in creating a variety of presentations for various audiences
• Provide support for other internal or regulatory projects when required
• Strive for data integrity and perform data cleanup activities
• Maintain departmental SharePoint
• 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 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:

• Collaborative and able to work well in a team environment
• Must have effective organizational, planning and prioritization skills
• Degree in food science, food safety, food technology, statistics, business or related field preferred.
• Certified Food Protection Manager & Allergen Awareness Training Certificate required within the first 30 days of employment
• Able to communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Proficient in MS Office programs, ZOOM, G Suite
• Comfortable analyzing information and communicating findings and insights utilizing data analysis tools (i.e. Excel, Tableau)
• Detail oriented, especially with maintaining data bases + data sets
• Able to manage projects and work independently
• Background in food safety and quality 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”

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.