Café General Manager & Assistant — Balanced Leadership

SLB of Iowa, LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Full benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Panera Bread in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a skilled leader to oversee a high-volume bakery-café and cultivate a warm, productive team environment. You will coach staff, ensure guest satisfaction, and drive profitability through effective labor, food cost, and safety practices.

The role emphasizes a hands-on leadership style, people development, and adherence to Panera standards to deliver excellent guest experiences every shift.

Qualifications

• Proven successful leadership experience in food service.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong communication, financial understanding, and people skills.
• Ability to lift up-to 40 lbs and be on your feet for periods of time with occasional bending or stooping.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a bustling bakery-café while keeping it warm, welcoming, and productive.
• Inspire and coach your team to bring their best (and have fun at work!).
• Ensure guests enjoy fresh food, exceptional service, and a memorable visit.
• Manage finances, labor, and food costs to keep the café profitable.
• Maintain efficient operations, food safety, and Panera standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Financial acumen

People skills

Decision making

Tools

Budgeting

Job description

Panera Bread in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a skilled leader to oversee a high-volume bakery-café and cultivate a warm, productive team environment. You will coach staff, ensure guest satisfaction, and drive profitability through effective labor, food cost, and safety practices.

The role emphasizes a hands-on leadership style, people development, and adherence to Panera standards to deliver excellent guest experiences every shift.