
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
quarterly bonuses
free on-shift meals
Unlimited fountain beverages
Paid vacation
Sick Time
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) with match
career advancement
Leadership development
tuition discounts
Team Member Assistance Program
Perks and rewards
Job Description
Panera Bread is a leading bakery-cafe chain known for its commitment to quality food, exceptional customer service, and a welcoming environment where communities gather. Established with the purpose of revolutionizing the fast-casual dining industry, Panera emphasizes fresh ingredients, warm hospitality, and a culture where both guests and team members feel valued. With locations across various regions, Panera Bread blends the familiarity of home-style baked goods with innovative menu options to continuously delight its customers. The company places a high priority on developing its leaders and supporting employee growth, which helps sustain its reputation as a top employer in the foodservice sector.
This job opportunity is for the role of Team Manager at Panera, a position that plays a pivotal role in the daily operations of the bakery-cafe. As part of the leadership team, the Team Manager is responsible for guiding and supporting shift operations, managing team member development, and ensuring that every guest experiences the highest standards of food quality and service. This role requires a hands-on leader who can motivate and inspire the team, create a positive work environment, and consistently meet Panera's operational goals. The Team Manager is also involved in recruiting and training team members, fostering a culture of warmth, inclusiveness, and growth, and upholding food safety standards. This leadership position offers an engaging career path with opportunities for advancement and leadership development. Panera provides competitive pay with eligibility for quarterly bonuses, attracting those who are driven and passionate about making a difference in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
In addition to a dynamic workplace culture, Team Managers at Panera enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, pet insurance, and a 401(k) with company match. The role also offers free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages, tuition discounts, and various rewards and perks designed to support the holistic wellbeing of every team member. Panera is committed to maintaining a safe work environment, including adherence to health and food safety regulations through ongoing training and certification support for its leaders.
Overall, this Team Manager opportunity is ideal for a seasoned restaurant leader who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy atmosphere, values relationship-building with both guests and team members, and seeks to grow their career in a respected, values-driven company focused on sharing more than just bread, but also moments of happiness and connection.
This job opportunity is for the role of Team Manager at Panera, a position that plays a pivotal role in the daily operations of the bakery-cafe. As part of the leadership team, the Team Manager is responsible for guiding and supporting shift operations, managing team member development, and ensuring that every guest experiences the highest standards of food quality and service. This role requires a hands-on leader who can motivate and inspire the team, create a positive work environment, and consistently meet Panera's operational goals. The Team Manager is also involved in recruiting and training team members, fostering a culture of warmth, inclusiveness, and growth, and upholding food safety standards. This leadership position offers an engaging career path with opportunities for advancement and leadership development. Panera provides competitive pay with eligibility for quarterly bonuses, attracting those who are driven and passionate about making a difference in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
In addition to a dynamic workplace culture, Team Managers at Panera enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, pet insurance, and a 401(k) with company match. The role also offers free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages, tuition discounts, and various rewards and perks designed to support the holistic wellbeing of every team member. Panera is committed to maintaining a safe work environment, including adherence to health and food safety regulations through ongoing training and certification support for its leaders.
Overall, this Team Manager opportunity is ideal for a seasoned restaurant leader who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy atmosphere, values relationship-building with both guests and team members, and seeks to grow their career in a respected, values-driven company focused on sharing more than just bread, but also moments of happiness and connection.
Job Requirements
- Minimum age 18 years
- 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
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
- Any job offer for this position is conditional upon the results of a background check
- 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 Qualifications
- Minimum age 18 years
- 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
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
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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