The brief
A kitchen supplier wants to understand where new restaurant development could create a relevant conversation. This independent account brief looks at CAVA’s public disclosures to identify what is known and what the sales team should investigate next.
The research
CAVA reports company-operated restaurants in its July 2026 filing. Jeff Gaul, Chief Development Officer, provides a named starting point for understanding expansion. Research the development and procurement functions to establish who sets equipment specifications and approves suppliers. The growth announcement alone does not establish purchasing authority or an open supplier opportunity.
Account research
CAVA
Restaurant operator · United States
Jeff Gaul
Chief Development Officer
- Company size476 company-owned restaurants as of July 12, 2026.
- Expansion75–77 net new openings targeted for 2026.
- Why nowNew restaurants create a reason to ask about equipment planning and supplier selection.
- Way inCheck your team’s network for an introduction; confirm who owns equipment decisions.
The handoff
The brief separates reported expansion from our interpretation. Before outreach, identify the responsible team, check approved-vendor requirements and establish the planning lead time. Those answers determine whether an equipment supplier has a useful reason to start a conversation.