Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders and ensure exceptional service. You will create memorable experiences for our guests through effective communication and adherence to food safety standards.

The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years old, possess effective communication skills, and have their own vehicle. This position offers competitive pay, flexible hours, and numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice training required.
• Must have own vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests’ events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Customer service orientation

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.

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 our 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 your Managers and Team Members as needed
• Help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years of age
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Must have your own vehicle that you can use for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25‑50 pounds
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment
• Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors by making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions and taking initiative, working (and winning) as a team, having fun and celebrating success, and seeing the best in others

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Location: 601002 North Miami, FL - Biscayne Boulevard