Cafe Operations Lead - Flexible Hours, Path to GM

Panera Bread Company; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Panera in Lithonia, GA is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in delivering exceptional bakery-cafe operations, guest experience, and profitability. You will coach and develop the team, uphold food safety, and drive sales through people-focused leadership.

This role requires flexible hours, strong leadership, ServSafe certification, and a path toward General Manager. You will lead shifts, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of hospitality and Panera

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a career path toward General Manager with relocation willingness.
• Completed Certified Manager Program.
• ServSafe certification.
• Experience running shifts and coaching team members.
• Must pass background check.
• Minimum age 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality bakery-cafe operations and guest satisfaction.
• Lead staffing, scheduling, people development and succession planning.
• Assist General Manager in key decisions and problem solving.
• Model professional behavior to cafe team and guests.
• Uphold Food Safety standards and processes.
• Coach and develop team to drive profitability and service quality.

Skills

Leadership

People Development

Guest Service

Food Safety

Store Operations

Education

Certified Manager Program

ServSafe certified

Job description

Panera in Lithonia, GA is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager in delivering exceptional bakery-cafe operations, guest experience, and profitability. You will coach and develop the team, uphold food safety, and drive sales through people-focused leadership.

This role requires flexible hours, strong leadership, ServSafe certification, and a path toward General Manager. You will lead shifts, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of hospitality and Panera