Assistant General Manager — Lead Bakery-Cafe Team & Growth

Panera; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Free meals on shift

Paid vacation & holidays

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, &

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Job summary

Panera in the United States is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead an energetic bakery-cafe team and partner with the General Manager to drive daily operations, guest satisfaction, and growth. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and developing staff while upholding Panera's standards of quality and service.

You will oversee staffing plans, scheduling, and team performance in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for career advancement and a focus on warm, welcoming

Qualifications

• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Proven ability to drive positive results through strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a bakery-cafe team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Plan staffing, scheduling, and development to meet business goals.
• Oversee hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members.
• Manage performance to meet operational and quality standards.
• Collaborate with General Manager to develop managers and promote Panera's Guiding Values.

Skills

Restaurant management

Staff scheduling

Hiring & training

Guest service

Operations oversight

Education

ServSafe certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Panera in the United States is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead an energetic bakery-cafe team and partner with the General Manager to drive daily operations, guest satisfaction, and growth. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and developing staff while upholding Panera's standards of quality and service.

You will oversee staffing plans, scheduling, and team performance in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for career advancement and a focus on warm, welcoming