Cafe Manager - Lead Teams, Elevate Guest Experience, Grow

Doherty Enterprises; Knapps Corner (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Paid, on the job leadership training

Meal and cafe discounts

Dining perks across brands

Discounts with partner brands

Real advancement opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Doherty Enterprises is seeking a Restaurant Manager for Panera Bread in Knapps Corner, New York. The role requires overseeing daily operations, developing future leaders, and ensuring a welcoming environment for guests and associates. Responsibilities include maintaining food quality, training staff, and meeting business goals. Candidates should have 1 to 3 years of management experience, strong leadership, and a passion for guest service. Benefits include competitive pay, health care, and meal discounts.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of restaurant or retail management experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Passion for guest service and team development.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.
• ServSafe Food certification a plus, training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead day to day cafe operations ensuring warm guest experience.
• Uphold Panera food quality, safety, and service standards.
• Hire, train, coach high performing cafe team.
• Drive sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Guest Service

Team Development

Fast-paced Environment

Job description

Doherty Enterprises is seeking a Restaurant Manager for Panera Bread in Knapps Corner, New York. The role requires overseeing daily operations, developing future leaders, and ensuring a welcoming environment for guests and associates. Responsibilities include maintaining food quality, training staff, and meeting business goals. Candidates should have 1 to 3 years of management experience, strong leadership, and a passion for guest service. Benefits include competitive pay, health care, and meal discounts.