Catering Lead

Catering Lead As a Catering Lead at Panera, you help guests plan and choose delicious, familiar and fantastic Panera dishes for their events, respond to their inquiries and requirements, and guarantee hassle-free hosting with craveable food delivered promptly and accurately. 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 And much, much more! Responsibilities Manage and produce catering orders for guests Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service, effective communication, and proactive follow-ups to ensure every guest leaves satisfied Assist with delivering orders to guests' events Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards Maintain Panera's exceptional standards for craveable 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 our 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 A self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision Excellent organizational and time-management skills Must have your own vehicle that you can use for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record 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 Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates' directions in a loud environment Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr