CAVA - Support Center
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. 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. Director, Senior Corporate Counsel (Real Estate Focus) :
The Director, Senior Corporate Counsel will work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collegial environment with business partners across CAVA, with ambitions to share its unique offering throughout the U.S. Reporting to the VP & Senior Associate Chief Legal Officer, you will serve as a strategic real estate legal partner, working closely with the Real Estate, Construction, and Development departments to support CAVA’s mission of bringing heart, health, and humanity to food, aiding rapid growth across the country. You will also lead the implementation of technological solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and speed to market. This description is not comprehensive; duties and responsibilities may change without notice. What You’ll Do : Strategize and collaborate on projects to expand CAVA’s restaurant footprint. Draft, negotiate, and finalize leases, construction agreements, architectural services agreements, estoppels, SNDAs, and other real estate agreements, focusing on risk mitigation, reducing time to market, and maintaining flexibility for future development. Develop standardized processes, templates, and playbooks to drive efficiency. Advise on potential market entries and manage property management issues. Build partnerships with landlords and participate in acquisition or disposition activities. Educate business partners on real estate considerations. Research legal requirements related to real estate, zoning, and construction. Incorporate AI and other tools to enhance process efficiency. Qualifications : J.D. and active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction. 5+ years of law firm and/or corporate legal experience; law firm experience preferred. Experience in real estate negotiations, drafting, and a variety of venue types. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be proactive, and manage projects independently. Willingness to work flexibly, including nights and weekends, and travel minimally. Physical Requirements : Ability to operate office equipment and maintain alertness. Ability to occasionally move items up to 50 pounds. Effective communication skills. What we offer : Competitive salary, bonus, and long-term incentives. Early Wage Access, unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, and community giving opportunities. Health, dental, vision, telemedicine, pet insurance, and more. 401(k) with company contribution. Company-paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D insurance. Free CAVA food and casual work environment. Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing brand. We are an equal opportunity employer. This description is not exhaustive and may change without notice.
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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. 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. Director, Senior Corporate Counsel (Real Estate Focus) :
The Director, Senior Corporate Counsel will work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collegial environment with business partners across CAVA, with ambitions to share its unique offering throughout the U.S. Reporting to the VP & Senior Associate Chief Legal Officer, you will serve as a strategic real estate legal partner, working closely with the Real Estate, Construction, and Development departments to support CAVA’s mission of bringing heart, health, and humanity to food, aiding rapid growth across the country. You will also lead the implementation of technological solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and speed to market. This description is not comprehensive; duties and responsibilities may change without notice. What You’ll Do : Strategize and collaborate on projects to expand CAVA’s restaurant footprint. Draft, negotiate, and finalize leases, construction agreements, architectural services agreements, estoppels, SNDAs, and other real estate agreements, focusing on risk mitigation, reducing time to market, and maintaining flexibility for future development. Develop standardized processes, templates, and playbooks to drive efficiency. Advise on potential market entries and manage property management issues. Build partnerships with landlords and participate in acquisition or disposition activities. Educate business partners on real estate considerations. Research legal requirements related to real estate, zoning, and construction. Incorporate AI and other tools to enhance process efficiency. Qualifications : J.D. and active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction. 5+ years of law firm and/or corporate legal experience; law firm experience preferred. Experience in real estate negotiations, drafting, and a variety of venue types. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be proactive, and manage projects independently. Willingness to work flexibly, including nights and weekends, and travel minimally. Physical Requirements : Ability to operate office equipment and maintain alertness. Ability to occasionally move items up to 50 pounds. Effective communication skills. What we offer : Competitive salary, bonus, and long-term incentives. Early Wage Access, unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, and community giving opportunities. Health, dental, vision, telemedicine, pet insurance, and more. 401(k) with company contribution. Company-paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D insurance. Free CAVA food and casual work environment. Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing brand. We are an equal opportunity employer. This description is not exhaustive and may change without notice.
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