CAVA Group (CAVA) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for June 22, 2026, and will be held virtually, with voting available online, by phone, or by mail.

• Only stockholders of record as of April 23, 2026, are entitled to vote on the proposals.

• The proxy statement includes forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Stockholders will vote to elect two Class III directors for three-year terms, approve executive compensation on an advisory basis, and ratify Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent auditor for fiscal 2026.

• The board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

• Procedures for submitting shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting are outlined, with deadlines and requirements specified.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The board consists of nine members divided into three classes, with staggered terms.

• Brett Schulman and James D. White are nominated for re-election as Class III directors; Karen Kochevar is retiring.

• The board has adopted Corporate Governance Guidelines and a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, with most directors qualifying as independent under NYSE rules.

• The board has Audit, People, Culture and Compensation, and Nominating, Governance and Sustainability Committees, each with defined responsibilities and independent members.

• The board chair and CEO roles are separated, with Ronald Shaich serving as chair.