Catering Lead

Overview Catering Lead at Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the way—you're in the right spot. We help you succeed every day, in every way. You will be part of making the familiar fantastic and share Panera bread with guests. What’s In It for You Competitive pay & eligible for team tips, free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages, flexible & reliable scheduling, and 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 more. Your Role As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests plan and choose Panera dishes for their events, respond to inquiries and requirements, and guarantee hassle-free hosting with craveable food delivered promptly and accurately. Manage and produce catering orders for our 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 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 people and have effective communication skills. A self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Must have a vehicle for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record; ability to safely operate a passenger vehicle. 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. Ability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours. Clear communication and quick understanding of guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment. Be an ambassador of Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors. Equal Opportunity 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. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Additional Information Location: 601762 Shrewsbury, PA - Sofia Drive. Panera Bread® family with more than 2,000 bakery-cafes. We serve food in communities across the U.S. and Canada and support community initiatives and hunger relief through Panera Cares and other programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr