Shift Manager

Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals If so, then Panera is for you. We are a top franchise group with great growth potential, looking for excellent people to join our team!

Panera Perks:

• Competitive pay
• Bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance benefits
• 401(k) match
• Paid vacation
• Free meals on shifts
• Career growth opportunities
• On demand access to earned wages prior to pay day through PayActiv

About the Shift Manager position:

As a Manager at Panera, you are key to the success of your bakery-cafe. You handle a wide range of responsibilities, all to ensure that both customers and associates have a great experience. Our Managers ensure that every shift is a great one-by developing our people, managing team performance, and building the warm, inclusive, authentic Panera team culture. As part of your bakery-cafe’s management team, you report directly to the General Manager or District manager.

As a Shift Manager at Panera, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
• Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors:
  • Warmth for guests: Making people smile
  • Bold thoughts, brave actions: Learning, growing, and taking risks
  • Own it: Finding solutions and taking initiative
  • Win together: Working (and winning) as a team
  • Inspire and celebrate: Having fun and celebrating success
  • Rooted in respect: Seeing the best in others

• Ensure extraordinary guest experiences.

This opportunity is for you if:

• You are warm, inclusive, trustworthy, and able to develop people.
• You like the hustle and bustle of the hospitality industry.
• You want to lead a fun, energized team that works hard and laughs often.
• You can work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• You’re committed to, and experienced with, health and food safety.
• You want to have a positive impact on your customers and community.

You meet these requirements:

• Proven ability to direct, motivate, coach, and develop others in a fast-paced environment
• 1 Years of restaurant/hospitality experience preferred
• Food Safety Manager ServSafe certification (or able to pass)
• At least 18 years of age
• Must have a valid driver's license

Around here, every day starts with a fresh batch of bread and a thousand possibilities.

Get ready to rise.

$15 - $19 / hour

American Bread Company dba Panera Bread 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.