Catering Lead

About the Role Catering Lead at Panera where you will help guests plan and choose delicious, familiar Panera dishes for their events, respond to inquiries, and guarantee hassle‑free hosting with prompt, accurate delivery. What’s In It for You? Competitive pay & eligible for team tips Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages Flexible & reliable scheduling Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays for full‑time team members Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available Career advancement & leadership development opportunities Tuition discounts are available Perks & rewards for team members Team member assistance program And much, much more! Responsibilities Manage and produce catering orders for guests. Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service. Effectively communicate and proactively follow up to ensure guests leave satisfied. Assist with delivering orders to guests’ events. Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards. Maintain Panera’s exceptional standards for food quality. Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products and services. Market Panera Catering to local area businesses, schools and events. Assist and support Managers and Team Members as needed. Help build a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust. Qualifications Minimum age: 18 years. Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card as required by law). Enjoy working with people and have effective communication skills. Self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills. Own a vehicle and have an acceptable driving record for delivering orders. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25–50 pounds. Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours. Ability to communicate clearly and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment. Equal Opportunity Employer Panera Bread is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Pay and Hours Competitive pay: $16.00 – $19.25 per hour. Compensation depends on experience, knowledge, skills, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr Panera LLC