Assistant Manager — Growth‑Driven Café Leader

Panera Bread Kernersville; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Work shirts provided

Job summary

Panera Bread Kernersville is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations in a fast-paced setting. You will be hands-on with the crew, overseeing production, prep, dining, baking, and customer service to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and mentoring of younger staff, with a focus on a positive culture, adherence to procedures, and strong communication to drive results. 18+ required; driver's license preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience in a fast-paced, production-based environment.
• Hands-on approach—willing to work alongside the team to ensure quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front by hands-on supervision of daily operations.
• Manage operations including production, prep, dining, baking, and customer service to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Provide structured training, mentorship, and feedback to develop crew members.
• Maintain a positive culture and high-energy environment with a focus on guest satisfaction.
• Follow established procedures and leverage corporate systems to ensure consistent results.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Hands-On Approach

Team Development

Open Availability

Reliable Transportation

Communication Skills

Age 18+

Job description

Panera Bread Kernersville is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead daily operations in a fast-paced setting. You will be hands-on with the crew, overseeing production, prep, dining, baking, and customer service to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and mentoring of younger staff, with a focus on a positive culture, adherence to procedures, and strong communication to drive results. 18+ required; driver's license preferred.