Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,896; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical and dental insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking team members in Newton, NJ, to manage and deliver catering orders while providing exceptional service to guests. Responsibilities include communication with guests, adherence to food safety standards, and marketing catering services to local businesses.

Ideal candidates are 18 or older, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and can lift 25-50 pounds. Competitive pay ranges from $17.00 to $20.25 per hour, with benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety training.
• Own a vehicle for deliveries with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage catering orders for guests.
• Deliver orders to guests' events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Self-starter

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

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 understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy people and have strong communication skills.
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Own a vehicle that can be used to deliver 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 weighing 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 Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Compensation

Competitive pay: $17.00 – $20.25 per hour. 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.

Location

606224 Newton, NJ - Water Street