Bakery Team Manager: Lead, Coach & Delight Guests

panerabread; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical & dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Chester, VA seeks a Team Manager to lead shifts, support team development, and maintain high standards for guest experience. You will drive coaching, training, and performance while upholding food safety and brand values.

This role requires 1+ years of restaurant management, ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain), and a passion for creating a welcoming environment for guests and teammates alike.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead great shifts in a fast-paced environment.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve certification).

Responsibilities

• Make sure every guest is delighted by the quality of our food, service, and staff.
• Build engaging relationships that lead to long-term, loyal guests.
• Lead, manage and develop team members by coaching, inspiring, and motivating them to exceed goals in sales, speed, order accuracy, and guest experience.
• Participate in the interviewing and selection process.
• Train the team in food safety standards and ensure they are maintained.
• Help build our Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Team leadership

Guest service

Coaching & development

Interviewing

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Panera Bread in Chester, VA seeks a Team Manager to lead shifts, support team development, and maintain high standards for guest experience. You will drive coaching, training, and performance while upholding food safety and brand values.

This role requires 1+ years of restaurant management, ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain), and a passion for creating a welcoming environment for guests and teammates alike.