Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Paid holidays
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) matching
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Job Description
Panera Bread is a well-known bakery-cafe chain that has been delighting customers with freshly baked bread, artisanal sandwiches, and specialty coffee for decades. As a leader in the fast-casual dining industry, Panera is renowned for its commitment to quality ingredients, excellent customer service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The company prides itself on creating a culture that values the personal and professional growth of its employees, fostering an environment where team members feel supported and empowered to excel. With a strong presence across the United States, Panera continues to expand its mission to bring wholesome, delicious food to people in communities everywhere while emphasizing sustainability and healthy living.
Joining Panera means becoming part of a company that believes in leading with purpose and growing with support. The company places a strong emphasis on leadership development, creating opportunities for employees to advance their careers through coaching and mentorship. Panera’s leadership team is celebrated for bringing out the best in every individual, ensuring that both team members and guests share an exceptional experience.
The Team Manager role at Panera Bread is a pivotal position within the bakery-cafe’s leadership team. This role requires an individual who is passionate about delivering outstanding food quality and superior guest service while driving team engagement and operational excellence. As a Team Manager, you will oversee daily shifts, ensuring smooth and effective operations by leading, motivating, and developing a dynamic team of associates. You will play a critical role in maintaining the high standards Panera guests expect, from food safety and order accuracy to fostering a culture of warmth and belonging.
This position offers competitive pay along with eligibility for quarterly bonuses, reflecting Panera’s recognition of the valuable contributions made by its leaders. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package that includes free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Panera also provides comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and pet insurance benefits, along with a 401(k) retirement plan featuring a company match. To support continued education and professional growth, tuition discounts and leadership development programs are made available.
As a Team Manager at Panera, you will have the opportunity to shape memorable experiences for guests and team members alike. Your leadership will inspire your team to exceed goals related to sales, speed, and guest satisfaction, while your commitment to coaching and development will help individuals grow their skills and reach their potential. This role requires flexibility, including working nights and weekends, and offers a fast-paced, rewarding work environment where every day brings new opportunities to learn and lead. If you are ready to be part of a company that values fun, community, and personal growth, Panera Bread invites you to come and make the familiar fantastic by sharing the best thing about bread — the joy of sharing it.
Joining Panera means becoming part of a company that believes in leading with purpose and growing with support. The company places a strong emphasis on leadership development, creating opportunities for employees to advance their careers through coaching and mentorship. Panera’s leadership team is celebrated for bringing out the best in every individual, ensuring that both team members and guests share an exceptional experience.
The Team Manager role at Panera Bread is a pivotal position within the bakery-cafe’s leadership team. This role requires an individual who is passionate about delivering outstanding food quality and superior guest service while driving team engagement and operational excellence. As a Team Manager, you will oversee daily shifts, ensuring smooth and effective operations by leading, motivating, and developing a dynamic team of associates. You will play a critical role in maintaining the high standards Panera guests expect, from food safety and order accuracy to fostering a culture of warmth and belonging.
This position offers competitive pay along with eligibility for quarterly bonuses, reflecting Panera’s recognition of the valuable contributions made by its leaders. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package that includes free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Panera also provides comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and pet insurance benefits, along with a 401(k) retirement plan featuring a company match. To support continued education and professional growth, tuition discounts and leadership development programs are made available.
As a Team Manager at Panera, you will have the opportunity to shape memorable experiences for guests and team members alike. Your leadership will inspire your team to exceed goals related to sales, speed, and guest satisfaction, while your commitment to coaching and development will help individuals grow their skills and reach their potential. This role requires flexibility, including working nights and weekends, and offers a fast-paced, rewarding work environment where every day brings new opportunities to learn and lead. If you are ready to be part of a company that values fun, community, and personal growth, Panera Bread invites you to come and make the familiar fantastic by sharing the best thing about bread — the joy of sharing it.
Job Requirements
- minimum age: 18 years of age
- 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred
- proven ability to lead great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching and developing others in a fast-paced environment
- ServSafe certification or ability to achieve certification
- flexible hours including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- any job offer for this position is conditional upon the results of a background check
Job Qualifications
- minimum age: 18 years of age
- 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred
- proven ability to lead great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching and developing others in a fast-paced environment
- ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve certification)
- flexible hours including nights and weekends
- ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25 pounds
- capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours
- must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment
Job Duties
- make sure every guest is delighted by the quality of our food, service, and staff
- build engaging relationships that lead to long-term, loyal guests
- lead, manage and develop team members by coaching, inspiring, and motivating them to exceed goals in sales, speed, order accuracy, and guest experience – and celebrate their achievements along the way
- participate in the interviewing and selection process
- train the team in food safety standards and ensure they are maintained
- help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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