Washington, DC (Restaurant News Release) CAVA, the fast-casual Mediterranean brand known for its bold flavors and people-first culture, has named JeRayle Franklin as Senior Director of Talent Acquisition.
In this role, JeRayle will lead enterprise wide talent acquisition strategy, strengthen recruiting operations, and drive CAVA’s people-first growth agenda as the brand accelerates expansion across key U.S. markets.
JeRayle joins CAVA with over 14 years of progressive experience in corporate recruiting, talent acquisition strategy, and employer brand elevation. A seasoned leader with a proven track record of building high performing recruiting teams and optimizing processes to support talent growth, JeRayle brings deep expertise from across the hospitality and consumer brand landscape.
“I’m honored to join CAVA at such a pivotal moment in its growth journey,” said JeRayle. “CAVA’s commitment to a people centric culture and purpose driven experiences uniquely positions it to attract exceptional talent. I look forward to advancing a talent strategy that empowers our teams and amplifies the meaningful work happening across the organization.”
JeRayle’s leadership will be instrumental in strengthening CAVA’s talent infrastructure as the brand continues to scale, innovate, and build a future fit workforce poised to deliver on its mission of bringing heart, health, and humanity to food service.
About CAVA
CAVA is a leading fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant brand offering chef inspired bowls, pitas, and salads built around bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. With a rapidly expanding footprint across the United States, CAVA is committed to fostering a welcoming culture for both guests and team members while delivering meaningful food experiences.
For more information on CAVA and career opportunities, visit CAVA.com/careers
Connect with JeRayle on LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/jerayle.