Bakery Café Team Lead — Training to Lead

Panera-Bread; Town of Manlius (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Eligible for quarterly increases based

Free Meals on shifts

Paid vacation & holidays for full-time

Medical, dental, vision, life insur.,

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread seeks a Team Lead Manager in Charge to drive performance, cultivate a welcoming culture, and ensure outstanding guest experiences in our bakery-cafe. You will coach and develop your team, manage operations, and report to the General Manager or Operating Partner.

You’ll supervise service and production tasks, uphold food safety standards, and lead by example to deliver warm, efficient service and delicious bakery‑cafe offerings every shift.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• AOP Approval.
• Complete Certified Manager Program (CMP), including ServSafe.
• ServSafe certification (or able to pass).
• Must submit to a background check and pass requirements.
• Certified in all positions on either a service or production track: Service: Coffee, Barista, Bakery Backer, Dining Room, Cashier.

Responsibilities

• Build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
• Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors.
• Ensure extraordinary guest experiences and delight customers with quality food and service.
• Coach and motivate your team to exceed bakery-cafe goals for sales and service.
• Lead, manage, and develop associates; provide ongoing training and feedback.
• Train your team on food safety standards.

Job description

Panera Bread seeks a Team Lead Manager in Charge to drive performance, cultivate a welcoming culture, and ensure outstanding guest experiences in our bakery-cafe. You will coach and develop your team, manage operations, and report to the General Manager or Operating Partner.

You’ll supervise service and production tasks, uphold food safety standards, and lead by example to deliver warm, efficient service and delicious bakery‑cafe offerings every shift.