Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager Lead a bakery‑cafe, partner with the General Manager, oversee operations, delight guests, and develop talent. Key Responsibilities Support the General Manager by making key decisions and problem solving. Plan and manage staffing needs, shift scheduling, people development, career development, and succession planning. Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members. Motivate, energize, engage, inspire, and celebrate the team. Assist with managing team performance to ensure operational and quality standards and guest service expectations are met. Partner with the General Manager to develop subject matter experts, including leadership and Panera Guiding Values & Behaviors. Work as a team to ensure every guest is delighted by the quality of food, service, and our team. Build engaging relationships that lead to long‑term, loyal guests. Follow operational procedures and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain a healthy and safe workplace that meets Panera health, food, safety, and culture standards. Assist with maintaining overall costs and inventory. Help build a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust. Qualifications Minimum age 18 years. 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred. ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve). Proven ability to drive positive results through strong business acumen. Proven availability to run great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching, and developing others in a fast‑paced environment. Flexible hours including nights and weekends; able to handle shifting priorities. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for up to 6 hours. Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associate directions in a loud environment. Benefits Competitive pay and eligibility for quarterly bonuses. Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages. Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match available. Career advancement and leadership development opportunities. Tuition discounts. Perks and rewards for team members. Team member assistance program. Equal Opportunity Employer Panera is a disabled/veteran equal opportunity employer. Any job offer for this position is conditional upon the results of a background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr