Bakery-Cafe GM: Lead Teams, Drive Growth

Panera-Bread; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Free meals

Paid vacation

Benefits package

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team, owning operations and staff development to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will hire, onboard, and train staff, drive performance, and ensure adherence to company standards and health/safety regulations.

This role requires strong business acumen, hands-on leadership, and the ability to build a warm, welcoming environment that embodies Panera’s values.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Background check required for employment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe team and oversee staffing, scheduling, and people development.
• Hire, onboard, and train new team members; motivate and coach the team.
• Manage performance to meet goals, quality standards, and guest service expectations.
• Develop managers on Panera’s Guiding Values & Behaviors.

Skills

Team leadership

People development

Operations management

Guest service excellence

Business acumen

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team, owning operations and staff development to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will hire, onboard, and train staff, drive performance, and ensure adherence to company standards and health/safety regulations.

This role requires strong business acumen, hands-on leadership, and the ability to build a warm, welcoming environment that embodies Panera’s values.