Bakery Café Team Leader - Inspire, Coach & Delight Guests

Panera Bread; Lathrup Village (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet

401(k) with match

Team member assistance program

More perks

Job summary

Panera Bread in Michigan is seeking a Team Manager to lead daily bakery-cafe operations and develop a high-performing team. You will ensure guests receive warm, efficient service and top-quality food while upholding Panera’s standards and culture.

As a Team Manager you’ll coach and motivate staff, participate in recruitment and training, and help drive sales and guest satisfaction during fast-paced shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to lead shifts in a fast-paced environment; coach and develop others.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Background check required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests are delighted by food, service, and staff.
• Build relationships to foster repeat guests.
• Lead, manage and develop team members through coaching and motivation to exceed goals.
• Participate in interviewing and selection processes.
• Train team in food safety standards and maintain them.
• Support Panera’s Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Guest service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Panera Bread in Michigan is seeking a Team Manager to lead daily bakery-cafe operations and develop a high-performing team. You will ensure guests receive warm, efficient service and top-quality food while upholding Panera’s standards and culture.

As a Team Manager you’ll coach and motivate staff, participate in recruitment and training, and help drive sales and guest satisfaction during fast-paced shifts, including evenings and weekends.