Bakery Café Team Leader – Growth & Impact

panerabread; Missouri; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Paid vacation

Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Bonuses

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Team Manager - Assistant Manager to lead daily operations and support a high-performing bakery-cafe team in Missouri. You will coach staff, ensure guest satisfaction, and uphold Panera's standards for service, food safety, and cleanliness.

The role requires flexible hours, strong leadership, and a commitment to developing team members while ensuring a welcoming guest experience. Join a culture that values growth, teamwork, and community.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• 1+ year restaurant management experience.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Flexible hours including nights/weekends; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop team members to meet sales, speed, accuracy and guest satisfaction goals.
• Participate in interviewing and selecting team members.
• Train team on food safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Foster a culture of warmth, belonging, growth and trust.
• Delight guests and build long-term relationships through exceptional service.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest service

Communication

Coaching

Education

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Team Manager - Assistant Manager to lead daily operations and support a high-performing bakery-cafe team in Missouri. You will coach staff, ensure guest satisfaction, and uphold Panera's standards for service, food safety, and cleanliness.

The role requires flexible hours, strong leadership, and a commitment to developing team members while ensuring a welcoming guest experience. Join a culture that values growth, teamwork, and community.