Catering Lead

Job Title: Catering Lead Catering Lead At Panera, your role focuses on ensuring guests have an exceptional catering experience. You guide customers through planning, ordering, and delivery while upholding the highest standards of food safety and service. 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 Perks & rewards for team members Team member assistance program Your Role Includes Manage and produce catering orders for guests. Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service, effective communication, and proactive follow‑ups to ensure every guest is 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. This Opportunity Is for You Minimum age: 18 years. Complete basic food safety training. (Food Handler’s Card required by law.) Enjoy interacting with people and possess strong communication skills. Self‑starter capable of meeting goals with limited supervision. Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities. Own vehicle with an acceptable driving record for deliveries. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25‑50 pounds. Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours. Clear communication and quick comprehension in loud environments. Act as an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors: making people smile, fostering growth, solving problems, working as a team, celebrating success, and seeing the best in others. Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. #J-18808-Ljbffr Panera LLC