Bakery Team Manager: Lead, Grow, Delight Guests

Panera Bread Company; Murfreesboro (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread Company is seeking a Team Manager to lead shifts, support team development, and uphold Panera's high standards. You will drive guest satisfaction, mentor staff, and participate in hiring and training to maintain fast, accurate service.

This role emphasizes warmth, teamwork, and ownership of daily operations in a bustling bakery-cafe setting. The position requires at least 1 year of restaurant management experience, ServSafe certification, and flexibility for nights/weekends.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 interviewing and selection processes.
• Train the team in food safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Help build a Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.
• Ensure every guest is delighted by food quality, service and staff.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

Coaching

Guest service

Communication

Job description

Panera Bread Company is seeking a Team Manager to lead shifts, support team development, and uphold Panera's high standards. You will drive guest satisfaction, mentor staff, and participate in hiring and training to maintain fast, accurate service.

This role emphasizes warmth, teamwork, and ownership of daily operations in a bustling bakery-cafe setting. The position requires at least 1 year of restaurant management experience, ServSafe certification, and flexibility for nights/weekends.