Assistant General Manager

Panera LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,373 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Minneapolis is looking for an Assistant General Manager to lead a bakery-cafe team to success. You will inspire the team, oversee operations, ensure adherence to safety standards, and enhance guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has leadership experience, a strong business acumen, and the ability to motivate and develop team members. Benefits include competitive pay, paid time off, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support your General Manager by making key decisions.
• Plan and manage staffing needs and shift scheduling.
• Assist with managing team performance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Strong business acumen

Clear communication skills

Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds

Job description

Role Overview

As an Assistant General Manager, you’ll lead an amazing team and a beloved neighborhood bakery‑cafe to sweet success. You’ll inspire and celebrate your team, partner with your General Manager in overseeing operations, delight guests every day, and grow the business—while taking ownership of hiring, training, and development at your location.

Responsibilities

• Support your General Manager by making key decisions and problem solving.
• Plan and manage staffing needs, shift scheduling, people development, career development, and succession planning.
• Support the hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members while motivating and energizing the entire team.
• Assist with managing team performance to ensure bakery‑cafe goals, operational and quality standards, and extraordinary guest service expectations are met.
• Partner with the General Manager to create subject matter experts within your bakery‑cafe by developing managers on processes and Panera’s Guiding Values & Behaviors.
• Work as a team to ensure every guest is delighted by the quality of our food and service.
• Build engaging relationships that lead to long‑term, loyal guests as part of the bakery‑cafe’s management team.
• Follow operational procedures designed to ensure the bakery‑cafe successfully executes all company strategies and initiatives.
• Ensure team members follow company policies, procedures, and all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain a healthy and safe workplace that meets Panera’s health, food, safety, and culture standards.
• Assist your General Manager in 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; ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Background check required.
• Physical requirements: lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds; stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Clear communication skills in a loud environment.
• Be an ambassador of Panera’s Guiding Values & Behaviors.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & eligible for quarterly bonuses.
• Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match available.
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities.
• Tuition discounts.
• Perks & rewards for team members.
• Team member assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans, Pay: $23.50 - $26 an hour. The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

606042 Minneapolis, MN - E. 28th St