Catering Lead

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 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 food quality. Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products and services. Market Panera Catering to local 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 of 18 years. Complete basic food safety training and possess a Food Handler’s Card as required by law. Effective communication skills and a passion for people. Self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills. Own a vehicle suitable for order delivery with 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 weighing 25–50 pounds. Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours. Ability to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment. Ambassador of Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors by fostering smiles, growth, solution‑seeking, teamwork, fun, and celebration. Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr