Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Catering Lead in Easton, PA. The role involves managing catering orders, delivering exceptional customer service, and marketing catering services. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, a valid driver's license, and flexible availability.

Join Panera to enjoy competitive pay, free meals, medical benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and learning in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Own a reliable vehicle with an acceptable driving record.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Market Panera Catering to local area businesses.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to lift 25–50 pounds

Job description

Catering Lead at Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the way—you're in the right spot. We're here to help you succeed everyday, in every way. Get ready to rise and come join the fun where you will be a part of making the familiar fantastic! Because at Panera, the best thing about bread is sharing it!

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive pay & eligible for team tips
• Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
• Flexible & reliable scheduling
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays for full‑time team members
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities
• Tuition discounts
• Perks & rewards for team members
• Team member assistance program
• And much, much more!

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service, effective communication, and proactive follow‑ups to ensure every guest leaves satisfied.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests’ events.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera’s exceptional standards for craveable food quality.
• Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products and services.
• Market Panera Catering to local area businesses, schools, and events.
• Assist and support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help build a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18years.
• Complete basic food safety training and hold a Food Handler’s Card, as required by law.
• Excellent communication skills and enjoy working with people.
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Own a reliable vehicle with an acceptable driving record.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends, in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 25–50 pounds and stand/walk for up to 3hours.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understand directions in a loud environment.
• Commitment to Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors: making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions and taking initiative, working as a team, having fun, celebrating success, and seeing the best in others.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans. This role is an equal opportunity employer.

Location: 600893 Easton, PA – Southmont Way

The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.