Bakery-Cafe General Manager | Lead, Grow & Inspire Teams

Panera LLC; East Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus potential

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet

401(k) with match

Career advancement & leadership

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in East Pasadena, CA is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team and own all operations. You will plan staffing, develop talent, and maintain service excellence while driving guest delight and financial performance.

The role requires 3+ years GM experience, ServSafe certification, and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Competitive pay and strong benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Background check required for employment.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe operations and manage staffing, scheduling, and performance.
• Hire, onboard, train, and develop team members to meet goals.
• Ensure quality standards and guest service exceed expectations.
• Control costs, manage inventory, and uphold policies and safety.

Skills

Leadership

People development

Operations management

Guest service

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera LLC in East Pasadena, CA is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team and own all operations. You will plan staffing, develop talent, and maintain service excellence while driving guest delight and financial performance.

The role requires 3+ years GM experience, ServSafe certification, and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Competitive pay and strong benefits accompany this opportunity.