Assistant General Manager - Lead, Develop & Delight Guests

Panera LLC; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life and pet,

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Mankato, MN, is seeking an Assistant General Manager Lead to support the General Manager in daily operations and team leadership. You will oversee staffing, training, performance, and guest experience, while upholding Panera's standards of quality and service.

The role emphasizes developing managers, driving strong business results, and maintaining a welcoming, high-energy bakery-cafe culture. Flexible hours, nights, and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• 1+ years restaurant management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Proven ability to drive positive results through strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager by making key decisions and problem solving.
• Plan and manage staffing needs, shift scheduling, people development, and succession planning.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members while motivating and celebrating the team.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by maintaining quality standards and service.
• Develop managers on processes and Panera's Guiding Values & Behaviors.
• Follow procedures to execute company strategies and maintain safety and costs.

Skills

Restaurant management

People development

Leadership

Guest service

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera LLC in Mankato, MN, is seeking an Assistant General Manager Lead to support the General Manager in daily operations and team leadership. You will oversee staffing, training, performance, and guest experience, while upholding Panera's standards of quality and service.

The role emphasizes developing managers, driving strong business results, and maintaining a welcoming, high-energy bakery-cafe culture. Flexible hours, nights, and weekends may be required.