Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Mansfield, Texas is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering operations, ensuring guests receive top-notch service and food delivery for their events. Candidates must have effective communication skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

This role also emphasizes adhering to health standards and maintaining food quality. With opportunities for career advancement and various benefits like medical coverage and paid time off, this position is perfect for those looking to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Enjoy working with people.
• Self-starter who meets goals independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders.
• Create memorable experiences with friendly service.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Time-management skills

Job description

Catering Lead – Panera

The Catering Lead plays a key role in Panera’s catering operations, helping guests plan and choose Panera dishes for their events, responding to inquiries and requirements, and guaranteeing hassle‑free hosting with food delivered promptly and accurately.

Benefits

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

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 is 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 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 of 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety training (e.g., Food Handler’s Card as required by law).
• Enjoy working with people and possess effective communication skills.
• Self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Own a suitable vehicle and maintain 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 weighing 25–50 pounds.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understand directions in a loud environment.
• Commitment to Panera’s guiding values and behaviors.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

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.