Catering Lead

Panera Bread is a well-established bakery-cafe chain known for its warm, welcoming environment and high-quality, craveable food. Founded with a mission to provide delicious and freshly baked bread alongside wholesome meals, Panera has grown to become a leader in the fast-casual dining industry in the United States and Canada. With a focus on community, health-conscious choices, and sustainability, Panera stands out as a place where customers can enjoy freshly prepared food made from clean ingredients in a friendly atmosphere. The company values its employees as much as its customers, fostering a workplace culture that emphasizes growth, support, and belonging for every team member. This commitment ensures that employees not only contribute to but also share in the rewarding experience of Panera's success.

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you will hold a vital role in managing the catering operations that make special events unforgettable for guests. This position requires a strong passion for customer service, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Your primary responsibility is to assist guests in planning their catering needs by recommending Panera's popular dishes that suit a variety of events, from corporate meetings and school functions to personal celebrations. You will coordinate the preparation, packaging, and timely delivery of catering orders, ensuring that each order meets Panera's high standards for food quality and presentation. As an ambassador of the Panera brand, you will engage with customers warmly and professionally, creating memorable experiences through attentive communication and proactive follow-up.

This role also includes helping to promote Panera's catering services within the local community by marketing to area businesses, schools, and event hosts to generate new catering opportunities. You will support your managers and fellow team members to maintain smooth operations and contribute to a culture that values trust, personal growth, and teamwork. The Catering Lead position is full-time, offering competitive pay ranging between $21 and $24.25 per hour, complemented by attractive benefits designed to support both health and personal development. Panera provides flexible scheduling, paid vacations, sick time, holiday pay, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and pet insurance options, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. Tuition discounts and other perks reinforce Panera's commitment to nurturing its team members' professional and personal growth. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where you can make a positive impact and be part of a company that truly values its people, this role at Panera offers an outstanding opportunity to rise and grow as part of a welcoming and vibrant team.