Associate Restaurant Openings Manager

What You’ll Do

• Recruit local NRO Trainers with a focus on developing and retaining CAVA team members
• Manage Pre/Post-Opening Budget including NRO Team T&E expenses, Pre-Opening Labor, Pre/Post-Opening COGs
• Develop and manage performance of NRO Leads through weekly check-in calls and validation of training completion
• Lead NRO Bootcamps as needed to support new restaurant openings
• Support at new restaurant openings as needed
• Assist with ad hoc projects as directed to support the conversion and new restaurant opening process
• Coordinate with relevant partners to ensure punch list tasks are completed by development by their specified due date
• Partner with L&D, localize Restaurant Opening Trainers and Leads, reduce NRO Training Timeline with a focus on training efficiency and cost savings
• Support the restaurant openings project manager to ensure all punch list tasks are completed by development by their specified due date
• Attend weekly calls with NRO team and provide status updates on each restaurant project

The Qualifications

• Previous experience as a General Manager or equivalent
• Substantial experience with new restaurant openings
• Highly organized and able to track multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Able to work independently with excellent time management
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (excel, word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with recruiting and hiring
• Ability to lead a team, delegate tasks and follow up on execution
• Takes ownership of each project and partners with others to find a solution to every problem

Physical Requirements

• Maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Identify, analyze and assess details
• Occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds
• Communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner