Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Greenville, TX, is looking for a Catering Lead responsible for managing catering orders and creating memorable guest experiences. Candidates should enjoy engaging with people and possess strong organizational skills.

The role includes assisting with deliveries, maintaining food safety standards, and marketing catering services. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible scheduling, medical insurance options, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• Must have your own vehicle for delivering orders.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift objects 25–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with friendly service and effective communication.
• Assist with delivering orders to guest events.
• Maintain health and food safety standards.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses and events.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Self-starter

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.

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 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 our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• 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.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25–50 pounds.
• Capable of standing and walking for up to 3 hours.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Embody Panera’s guiding values and behaviors.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & eligibility 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.

Location

606024Greenville,TX – 3208 Interstate Highway 30

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Compensation

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 on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.