Join Our Team as a Catering Operations Lead. Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can learn, laugh, and grow? Look no further. At Panera, we prioritize earning your trust and helping you on your journey to success. Come be a part of our vibrant community.
Why Choose Panera? - Competitive pay ranging from $17 to $20.25
- Performance-based pay increases
- Enjoy free meals during your shifts
- Explore career growth opportunities
- Receive paid vacation and holidays as a full-time team member
- Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match
Are you friendly, motivated, and ready for a challenge? If so, you'll thrive as part of our team.
Your Role: As a Catering Operations Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in the success of our catering business. You'll assist customers in planning and selecting delicious Panera food for their events, answering any questions they may have, and ensuring that their food arrives on time and meets their needs.
Responsibilities: - Oversee and ensure the success of our catering operations
- Communicate effectively with our catering customers
- Manage the preparation and production of catering orders
- Deliver orders personally to customer events
- Provide extraordinary guest experiences
- Help foster a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust
- Support your manager and team as needed
This Opportunity is Perfect for You If: - You possess excellent communication skills
- You enjoy working with people and creating lasting relationships
- You are a self-starter capable of achieving goals with minimal supervision
- You thrive in the fast-paced environment of the hospitality industry
- You have strong organizational and time-management skills
- You hold a valid driver's license and have reliable automobile insurance
- You possess your own vehicle for deliveries, along with an acceptable driving record
- Previous food or retail experience is a plus
- You want to join a fun, energetic team that works hard and celebrates success
- You are committed to ensuring food safety and health protocols
- You are at least 18 years old
- You align with our values: warmth for guests, bold thoughts and brave actions, ownership, teamwork, celebration, and respect
Explore Growth Opportunities at Panera: - A Path to Success: Many of our retail managers began as hourly associates. Our career path program will help you excel.
- Skills and Training: We focus on building your skills every day, preparing you for a successful future, regardless of your goals.
- Nationwide Opportunities: With around 100 new cafes opening each year, you'll have numerous opportunities to grow or relocate with us.
Every day at Panera begins with a fresh batch of bread and endless possibilities. Get ready to rise with us. Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer