Bakery-Café General Manager: Lead, Grow, Inspire

Panera LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Career development

Tuition discounts

Team member rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Huntsville, AL seeks a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team, drive guest satisfaction, and execute company strategies. You will own staffing, training, quality, and operations while modeling Panera's Guiding Values.

This role requires hands-on leadership, a passion for service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Join us to build lasting relationships with guests and colleagues, manage costs and inventory, and foster a culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Any job offer for this position is conditional upon the results of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe team and oversee staffing, scheduling and staff development.
• Hire, onboard, and train new team members while motivating and celebrating the team.
• Manage performance to meet goals, quality standards and guest service expectations.
• Develop managers on people processes and Panera’s Guiding Values & Behaviors.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local regulations and maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

People development

Team motivation

Job description

Panera LLC in Huntsville, AL seeks a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team, drive guest satisfaction, and execute company strategies. You will own staffing, training, quality, and operations while modeling Panera's Guiding Values.

This role requires hands-on leadership, a passion for service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment. Join us to build lasting relationships with guests and colleagues, manage costs and inventory, and foster a culture