Bakery-Café Team Leader | Growth, Service & Culture

Panera LLC; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and quarterly bonus potential

Free meals during shifts

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays for full-time team members

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera LLC in Woodbridge, Virginia seeks a dedicated Team Manager who will ensure successful bakery-cafe operations while creating an inclusive culture. The role includes coaching and developing associates, ensuring guest satisfaction, and managing food safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have restaurant management experience and a passion for team development. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to direct, motivate, coach, and develop others in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to run great shifts.
• 1+ year(s) of restaurant management experience (preferred).
• ServSafe certification (or ability to pass).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Background check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain a culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
• Act as an ambassador of Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors.
• Ensure extraordinary guest experiences and high service standards.
• Coach, motivate, and develop associates; conduct training and performance reviews.
• Hire, onboard, and provide ongoing training to new associates.
• Monitor and manage food safety standards.

Skills

Ability to direct, motivate, coach, and develop others

Strong shift management

Job description

Panera LLC in Woodbridge, Virginia seeks a dedicated Team Manager who will ensure successful bakery-cafe operations while creating an inclusive culture. The role includes coaching and developing associates, ensuring guest satisfaction, and managing food safety standards.

Ideal candidates will have restaurant management experience and a passion for team development. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, and career growth opportunities.