Bakery Team Manager: Lead, Coach & Grow Shifts

Panera Bread; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free meals

Unlimited beverages

Sick time

Holidays

Insurance package

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Perks & rewards

Assistance program

More benefits

Job summary

Panera Bread in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Team Manager to help run great shifts, support team development, and uphold our high guest-service standards. You will lead staff, coach peers, and drive sales while maintaining daily operations in a fast-paced bakery-cafe environment.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and a culture of warmth. Flexible hours, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package accompany this leadership position.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead shifts in a fast-paced environment.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest satisfaction with food, service, and staff.
• Build relationships that foster loyal guests.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to exceed goals in sales, speed, accuracy, and guest experience.
• Participate in interviewing and selection processes.
• Train staff in food safety standards and maintain them.
• Support a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Staff coaching

Job description

Panera Bread in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Team Manager to help run great shifts, support team development, and uphold our high guest-service standards. You will lead staff, coach peers, and drive sales while maintaining daily operations in a fast-paced bakery-cafe environment.

The role emphasizes hospitality, teamwork, and a culture of warmth. Flexible hours, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package accompany this leadership position.