
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.00 - $26.50
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 opportunities
Leadership development
tuition discounts
Team Member Assistance Program
Perks and rewards
Job Description
Panera Bread is a renowned bakery-cafe chain widely celebrated for combining quality, freshness, and a warm community atmosphere. Known for its inviting spaces and delicious offerings, Panera has carved a niche in the fast-casual dining industry by focusing on high-quality baked goods, fresh salads, and comforting soups. With a strong emphasis on a welcoming culture, Panera fosters a supportive environment where both employees and guests feel valued. The company is committed to creating a place where people can gather to share good food, make meaningful connections, and feel part of a bigger community.
Panera stands out not only for its food but also for its leadership philosophy which promotes growth, support, and leadership with purpose. Leaders at Panera are recognized and celebrated for their ability to inspire teams and bring out the best in every team member. The bakery-cafe’s leadership team plays a pivotal role in ensuring shifts run efficiently while supporting the team's development and maintaining the high standards Panera customers expect.
The Team Manager position at Panera is a dynamic role that places you at the center of the bakery-cafe’s operations. As a Team Manager, you will oversee and lead team members to deliver an exceptional experience through quality food, excellent customer service, and a positive work environment. This role is designed to cultivate leadership skills through coaching, motivating, and celebrating your team’s successes. Your impact directly supports Panera's mission to create environments where both guests and employees thrive.
Emphasizing career advancement, the Team Manager role provides opportunities for leadership development, making it an ideal position for those eager to grow within the company. You will experience a blend of hands-on operational responsibilities and people management, helping to build an engaging atmosphere marked by warmth, belonging, and trust. This position requires flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shifting priorities while ensuring the team consistently meets production and service standards.
Panera values its team members’ well-being and growth, offering competitive pay in the range of $22 to $26.50 per hour, along with eligibility for quarterly bonuses. The role is full-time and includes excellent benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally. From medical and dental insurance to tuition discounts and career advancement programs, Panera’s comprehensive benefits package reflects its investment in its team’s success and satisfaction. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to lead with purpose, develop your leadership skills, and be part of a team that makes a difference every day.
Panera stands out not only for its food but also for its leadership philosophy which promotes growth, support, and leadership with purpose. Leaders at Panera are recognized and celebrated for their ability to inspire teams and bring out the best in every team member. The bakery-cafe’s leadership team plays a pivotal role in ensuring shifts run efficiently while supporting the team's development and maintaining the high standards Panera customers expect.
The Team Manager position at Panera is a dynamic role that places you at the center of the bakery-cafe’s operations. As a Team Manager, you will oversee and lead team members to deliver an exceptional experience through quality food, excellent customer service, and a positive work environment. This role is designed to cultivate leadership skills through coaching, motivating, and celebrating your team’s successes. Your impact directly supports Panera's mission to create environments where both guests and employees thrive.
Emphasizing career advancement, the Team Manager role provides opportunities for leadership development, making it an ideal position for those eager to grow within the company. You will experience a blend of hands-on operational responsibilities and people management, helping to build an engaging atmosphere marked by warmth, belonging, and trust. This position requires flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shifting priorities while ensuring the team consistently meets production and service standards.
Panera values its team members’ well-being and growth, offering competitive pay in the range of $22 to $26.50 per hour, along with eligibility for quarterly bonuses. The role is full-time and includes excellent benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally. From medical and dental insurance to tuition discounts and career advancement programs, Panera’s comprehensive benefits package reflects its investment in its team’s success and satisfaction. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to lead with purpose, develop your leadership skills, and be part of a team that makes a difference every day.
Job Requirements
- Minimum age 18 years
- 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred
- 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 Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year 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
- demonstrated leadership and team-building skills
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences
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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