Bakery-Café GM: Lead a High-Impact Team

Panera LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Team member perks

Employee assistance

Job summary

Panera LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking a General Manager Lead to guide a bakery-cafe team to consistent excellence. You will own operations, scheduling, staffing, development, and guest service to deliver the Panera experience.

You’ll shape the shift, mentor managers, manage costs, uphold quality, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment that reflects our Guiding Values. This role requires flexibility, strong business sense, and a passion for people.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Background check required before offer.
• Strong business acumen with focus on costs and revenue.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe team including staffing, scheduling, and development.
• Hire, onboard, train, and motivate team members.
• Manage performance to meet goals and guest service standards.
• Develop managers on people processes and Panera values.
• Ensure procedures support company strategies and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Restaurant operations

Staff development

Customer service

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Panera LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking a General Manager Lead to guide a bakery-cafe team to consistent excellence. You will own operations, scheduling, staffing, development, and guest service to deliver the Panera experience.

You’ll shape the shift, mentor managers, manage costs, uphold quality, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment that reflects our Guiding Values. This role requires flexibility, strong business sense, and a passion for people.