Team Manager - Elmwood

Panera Bread is a renowned bakery-cafe chain celebrated for its warm, community-focused atmosphere and fresh, high-quality food offerings. Established with a commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment, Panera places a strong emphasis on meaningful connections both within its teams and with its guests. As a leader in the fast-casual dining industry, Panera has built a reputation for delivering exceptional food made from clean ingredients and creating experiences that bring people together. The company is passionate about fostering a culture of growth, trust, and belonging that supports both team members and guests alike.

Panera is currently seeking motivated and dynamic individuals to step into the role of Team Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join the bakery-cafe's leadership team and play a crucial part in managing daily operations, leading shifts, and cultivating a positive, high-performance work environment. As a Team Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that every guest enjoys outstanding food quality, impeccable service, and an inviting atmosphere. Your leadership will help develop team members’ skills through coaching, motivating, and celebrating their successes while maintaining Panera's high standards.

This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $19 to $23.50 per hour, with eligibility for quarterly bonuses. In addition to financial rewards, Panera supports its employees with comprehensive benefits including free on-shift meals, unlimited fountain beverages, paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance. Team members also have access to a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition discounts, career advancement opportunities, leadership development programs, and a team member assistance program.

Working as a Team Manager at Panera means embracing a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where flexibility is essential, including availability for nights and weekends. The role requires hands-on involvement and the physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and communicate clearly within a bustling setting. If you have at least one year of restaurant management experience and are ServSafe certified or willing to obtain certification, you will thrive in this role.

At Panera, leadership goes beyond managing tasks; it is about inspiring a team to deliver memorable experiences and foster long-term relationships with guests. The Team Manager is an ambassador of Panera's guiding values and behaviors, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and shared success while creating a work atmosphere where people enjoy themselves and support each other. If you are ready to make an impact, grow your career, and be part of a brand that believes "the best thing in bread is sharing it," this role at Panera is the perfect place for you to shine and lead with purpose.