Bakery-Cafe General Manager: Lead, Grow & Inspire

Panera LLC; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free meals on shift

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a General Manager Lead in Rapid City, SD. You will own bakery-cafe operations, lead a high-performing team, and drive guest satisfaction while managing costs and culture. This role emphasizes people development, strategic decisions, and delivering Panera warmth on every shift.

The position requires strong business acumen, 3+ years GM experience, and ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it. Expect a fast-paced environment with nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Proven ability to drive results through business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe team and oversee operations, staffing, scheduling and development.
• Hire, onboard, train, motivate and coach team members.
• Ensure guest service, quality standards and cost controls.

Skills

GM leadership

Staff development

Guest service

Job description

Panera LLC is seeking a General Manager Lead in Rapid City, SD. You will own bakery-cafe operations, lead a high-performing team, and drive guest satisfaction while managing costs and culture. This role emphasizes people development, strategic decisions, and delivering Panera warmth on every shift.

The position requires strong business acumen, 3+ years GM experience, and ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it. Expect a fast-paced environment with nights and weekends as needed.