Team Manager

Panera Bread

New Albany, OH, 43054

Full Time

15 May 2026

Panera Bread is now hiring Restaurant Team Members!

At Panera, you will become part of a team where you will have the opportunity to connect with our amazing guests, impact the bakery-café’s growing business, and serve your community daily by donating unsold products to local community organizations.

Panera Perks:

– Competitive wages & team tipping. (Bi-weekly pay)
– Employee Meal Discounts.
– Flexible scheduling, with full or part-time positions available.
– Career Growth Opportunities.

Requirements for the Team Member Position include:

Must be at least 16 years old.
Ability to work & learn in a fast paced environment.
Ability to work 12-40 hours a week.

As a Team Member at Panera, your job is to:

Meet & greet our guests, delivering excellent customer service in every circumstance.
Help build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, & Trust.
Step in & support your manager and team.
Learn different positions, such as: cashier, baking, drive-thru (at applicable locations), salad & sandwich makers, barista, retail bake support, dishwashing, and dining room cleanliness.
Our cashiers are the friendly face of Panera. You’re in charge of welcoming customers, taking their orders, helping them have a great experience, and sending them off with a smile.
Our salad & sandwich makers assemble a wide range of menu items ensuring every order is made quickly, correctly, and consistently.
Be committed to health & food safety.

Growth opportunities at Panera:

A Path to Success - Most of our retail managers started as hourly associates. Our career path program helps you get there.
Skills & Training - Every day at Panera we help build your skills & prepare you for a strong career - whatever your goals may be.

Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Panera Bread hire for bakery-café operations?

A) Yes, roles include bakery, café service, and kitchen preparation.

Q) Are bread and pastry handling tasks part of daily work?

A) Yes, employees handle bakery items throughout the day.

Q) Does Panera hire for dining room and café hospitality roles?

A) Yes, guest service and café cleanliness are key responsibilities.

Q) Are rapid pickup and delivery orders a major part of operations?

A) Yes, many orders come through digital channels.

Q) Are soup and sandwich stations common kitchen roles?

A) Yes, kitchen staff work across multiple food stations.