About the Role
As a Team Lead Manager in Charge at Panera, you will ensure every shift is a great one by developing people, managing team performance, and building a warm, inclusive, authentic Panera team culture. You report directly to the General Manager or Operating Partner.
Responsibilities
- Build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
- Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors.
- Ensure extraordinary guest experiences.
- Make sure every customer is delighted by the quality of our food, service, staff, and safety measures.
- Build engaging relationships that lead to long-term, loyal customers.
- Help your bakery-cafe grow and succeed.
- Coach and motivate your team to exceed your bakery-cafe's goals—for sales, speed of service, order accuracy, and cafe health.
- Train your team on food safety standards and ensure they are maintained.
- Lead, manage, and develop your associates.
- Provide ongoing training and development, including constructive feedback, as needed.
- Keep your team energized and engaged.
- Recognize and celebrate individual and team achievements.
Requirements
- You have been working in a Panera bakery-cafe for at least 90 days.
- You can direct, motivate, coach, and train others in a fast-paced environment.
- You are certified in all positions on either a service or production track.
- You’re hungry for growth and exciting new opportunities.
- You’re committed to food safety and health safety.
- You’re at least 18 years of age.
- AOP Approval
- Complete Certified Manager Program (CMP)*, including ServSafe
- ServSafe certification (or able to pass)
Skills
- Service: Coffee, Barista, Bakery Backer, Dining Room, Cashier
- Production: Prep, Soups, Salads/Hot Entrees, Sandwiches, Consolidator
Location
- Plattsburgh, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Manager
Salary/Compensations
- $16 - $21.75
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Eligible for quarterly increases based on performance
- Free Meals on shifts
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Paid vacation & holidays for full-time team members
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance & 401(k) with match available
About the Company
- Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals?
- Panera Perks:
- Are you friendly, motivated, and hard-working? Up for a challenge? Ready to grow? If so, you’ll thrive on our team.
- Our Team Leads keep us going strong.
- Our Team Lead Managers In Charge make every shift shine.
- 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.
- As part of your bakery-cafe’s management team, you report directly to the General Manager or Operating Partner.
- 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 and Training: Every day at Panera we help build your skills and prepare you for a strong career—whatever your goals may be.
- Nationwide Opportunities: We open about 100 new cafes each year—so you'll have plenty of chances to grow with us.
- Around here, every day starts with a fresh batch of bread and a thousand possibilities.
- Get ready to rise.
Equal Opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans
