Catering Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Greenville, NC is seeking a dedicated team member to manage catering orders and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills while adhering to food safety standards.

Responsibilities include creating memorable dining experiences and marketing catering services to local businesses. The position offers flexible scheduling and various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Completion of food safety training.
• Enjoy interacting with people and possess communication skills.
• Able to operate a passenger vehicle safely.

Responsibilities

• Manage catering orders and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Create memorable experiences through friendly service.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Market Panera Catering to local entities.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Self-starter

Customer service skills

Job description

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 quality, taste, and presentation
• Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products and services
• Market Panera Catering to local 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: 18 years
• Complete basic food safety training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy people and possess effective communication skills
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Own a vehicle with an acceptable driving record; must be able to safely operate a passenger motor vehicle
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities
• Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing 25–50 pounds
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guest and associate instructions in a loud environment
• Strong understanding of the company’s Guiding Values and Behaviors.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Location: 601647 Greenville, NC - Greenville Boulevard