Facilities Manager at CAVA in Washington, Washington DC

Job Description:

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 somethingbig, together.



We foster a culture built on five core values:

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  Generosity First: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.


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  Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.


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  Act with Agility: We welcome change; it's the only constant. We embrace, adjust, and adapt.


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  Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.


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  Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

Regional Facilities Manager


The Facilities Manager will ensure the Facilities in (DC, MD, VA, NC) are set up for success through the management of all aspects of existing unit issues, remodels, and newer restaurant needs. Working as the Facilities Manager to keep project plans on schedule, vendor relations secure, and ensuring all maintenance needs are completed. The Facilities Manager will act as the primary Repair and Maintenance resource for the restaurants. You are a problem solver!

If you have QSR/hospitality industry it is a plus!



What You'll Do:

• Be willing to travel up to 40% of the time and be the point of contact in the region for Northeast DC, MA,
  VA, NC
  
• Be the go-to for Repairs and Maintenance and make sure that the team, vendors, and restaurants run efficiently
• Manage the ServiceChannel, capturing all the changes, updates, assets, and track spend
• Be the champion for the operators in fixing problems so they can conduct business with little to no interruption
• Work to find bids for needed repairs and network the territory.
• Manage Vendors to ensure we have the right people for the right job at the correct cost
• Attend punch walk meetings as the Facilities department representative
• Create process, track, and document so that nothing is missed
• Ensure spend, budgets, labor, and supplies are accounted for throughout the region
• Work with on-site managers to identify facilities issues and create an action plan to support the need
• Identify resources needed, and working with others to assemble solutions
• Ensure that Preventative Maintenance is a priority so that we continue to run efficiently.
• Manage all phases of facilities projects to ensure on-time completion
• Establish project communication plans and provide status updates to stakeholders regarding project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues
• Lead teams to accomplish priorities and initiatives with the impact of the guest in mind
• Effectively communicate goals, priorities, and action items to direct reports; actively give feedback on progress updates
• Conduct impactful and meaningful DE&I conversations within team and organization
• Create opportunities for Team Members to grow in their roles
• Execute effective decision-making skills to lead your team
• Oversee innovative solutions proposed by direct reports
• Maintain emotional stability in stressful situations; lead by example for how our team should handle adversity
• 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:

• Multiple years of proven success with multiple concurrent facilities projects utilizing skills in project management, tracking, and tools to ensure the best possible outcome
• The ability to be on premise up to 40% of the time to support projects in DC, MA, VA, NC
  
• Solid understanding of all aspects of facilities from new openings, conversions, vendors, and the ability to speak to timelines and across the organization all stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to monitor expenses, and fiscal performance and understand the cost impacts of projects.
• Excellence in communication and timeline management
• Provide objectives/goals for projects and deliver on schedule
• Success as a professional, positive, resource across teams and customers always, even in challenging situations
• Bring solutions forward and always look for ways to make Facilities better
• Be able to utilize conceptual and planning skills to analyze performance

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.

*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only



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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. Apply Now