General Manager - Colonnade Center Drive

Panera Bread is a renowned bakery-cafe chain known for its commitment to quality, service, and creating a warm, welcoming environment for guests and employees alike. As a leader in the fast-casual dining industry, Panera combines artisan bread, fresh ingredients, and community-focused values to create an exceptional dining experience. Established with a mission to make the familiar fantastic, Panera has cultivated a culture that celebrates teamwork, personal growth, and leadership development, making it a sought-after employer for those passionate about food, hospitality, and operational excellence.

Panera is currently seeking a General Manager to lead one of their beloved neighborhood bakery-cafes. This full-time leadership role is pivotal in driving the success of the bakery-cafe by overseeing daily operations and creating an environment where team members thrive and guests experience the unique Panera Warmth. The General Manager will take full ownership of all aspects of operations including staffing, scheduling, development, and performance management. Their goal is to ensure each shift is executed flawlessly with high quality food, exemplary service, and a workplace culture that encourages trust, belonging, and continuous improvement.

In this position, the General Manager will be responsible for inspiring and motivating their team, fostering engagement, and celebrating successes to maintain high morale and guest satisfaction. With competitive pay paired with the opportunity for quarterly bonuses, this role offers excellent compensation alongside valuable benefits such as paid vacation, sick time, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) match program. Panera also supports career advancement and leadership growth with tuition discounts, training resources, and a supportive team environment.

The General Manager will utilize their business acumen to manage costs, inventory, and operational procedures while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and company standards. By building strong relationships with guests and team members alike, they will contribute to long-term loyalty and brand success. This role requires flexibility in working hours, including nights and weekends, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. Candidates must also be capable of performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 pounds and standing for extended periods, all while communicating effectively in a dynamic environment.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced leaders passionate about hospitality, with a minimum of three years of restaurant general manager experience preferred, and those committed to embodying Panera’s guiding values of making people smile, learning and growing together, taking initiative, winning as a team, and celebrating success. If you are eager to make a tangible impact, grow professionally, and lead with purpose in a supportive company culture, Panera invites you to apply and rise with them as their next General Manager.