Bakery-Café General Manager: Lead, Grow, Delight Guests

Panera Bread Company; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life, pet ins

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread Company in Minnesota is seeking a General Manager to lead a beloved neighborhood bakery-cafe. You will own operations, oversee staffing, training, and performance, and ensure top guest service and quality. Build a culture that reflects Panera’s warmth, growth, and teamwork.

You will drive outcomes through strong business acumen, manage costs and inventory, and maintain a safe, welcoming environment while directing shifts that balance guest needs with staff development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Background check required for all offers.
• Proven ability to drive positive results through strong business acumen.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe operations and oversee the team to ensure guest satisfaction and quality standards.
• Hire, onboard, train, and develop team members while motivating and recognizing performance.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and performance management to meet goals and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Build a positive culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff development

Guest service

Operations management

Scheduling

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera Bread Company in Minnesota is seeking a General Manager to lead a beloved neighborhood bakery-cafe. You will own operations, oversee staffing, training, and performance, and ensure top guest service and quality. Build a culture that reflects Panera’s warmth, growth, and teamwork.

You will drive outcomes through strong business acumen, manage costs and inventory, and maintain a safe, welcoming environment while directing shifts that balance guest needs with staff development.