Facilities Manager- Midwest

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 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.

Manager Facilities

The Manager Facilities

ensures the operational integrity and long-term functionality of CAVA’s

restaurant locations within a defined region. This role manages all aspects of

repair and maintenance, vendor performance, project execution, and emergency

response for both new and existing restaurants. Acting as a strategic partner

to Operations and Development, the Facilities Manager proactively oversees

day-to-day service requests, long-term planning, and preventative maintenance,

while supporting the team in delivering safe, fully functional spaces that meet

CAVA’s standards. This individual plays a key role in balancing operational

needs, vendor management, and budget management, to drive restaurant

performance and guest satisfaction experience.

Success

at CAVA: At

CAVA, Managers oversee daily execution for themselves and their

team and make operational decisions that keep things running smoothly. We look

for leaders who support team development, lead with agility, foster inclusion,

and drive consistent results aligned with team and company priorities.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversees all facilities repair and maintenance

activities within the assigned region, ensuring restaurants operate safely

and efficiently with minimal service disruption.

• Serves as the primary liaison between Operations and

external vendors to triage, troubleshoot, and resolve maintenance requests

through the ServiceChannel platform, managing a high volume of daily work

orders with urgency and accuracy.

• Manages the proposal and invoice workflow, reviewing

submitted work scopes, validating pricing accuracy, and ensuring work is

completed to standard before authorizing payment.

• Oversees waste and recycling vendor relationships within the

region, ensuring timely service and issue resolution for assigned

restaurants.

• Maintains consistent vendor communication to drive

accountability, performance, and alignment with timelines, budgets, and

service expectations across all levels of repair and capital work.

• Conducts regular site visits and targeted inspections

to assess restaurant conditions, identify risks or deficiencies, and

collaborate with Operations to implement solutions that improve

functionality and guest experience.

• Partners closely with the Development team during new

restaurant openings, contributing to project reviews, punch walks, and

warranty issue resolution to ensure a seamless handoff from construction

to operations.

• Responds to emergency situations, including equipment

failures, safety hazards, or facility disruptions, with a calm and

decisive approach to minimize operational impact.

• Tracks and analyzes facilities spending and vendor

performance across the region to identify trends, monitor budgets, and

inform strategic decisions related to asset lifecycle management and

capital improvements.

• Participates in recurring team meetings and

cross-functional updates to communicate project status, escalate recurring

issues, and align on short- and long-term facilities priorities.

• Coaches and supports Facilities Supervisors and other

team members by offering guidance, oversight, and opportunities for skill

development to ensure high-quality service delivery and professional

growth.

• Collaborates with Operations and other departments to

establish a preventative maintenance mindset across the region,

implementing systems and routines to proactively address issues before

they disrupt service.

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation for all

maintenance activities, ensuring clear communication, recordkeeping, and

compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

The Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• 3+ years of experience managing facilities operations

in a multi-unit environment, preferably within restaurant, hospitality, or

retail sectors.

• Proven success managing a high volume of service

requests, vendor relationships, and project timelines while maintaining

service quality and cost control.

• Strong working knowledge of building systems,

maintenance practices, and facilities operations, with the ability to

assess, scope, and prioritize repairs independently.

• Experience using ServiceChannel or similar

computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills,

with the ability to build trust and influence across internal teams and

external partners.

• Adept at managing competing priorities in a dynamic,

field-based role, including travel up to 40% of the time and responding to

urgent needs after hours.

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

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