Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Old Bridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,518; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages

Flexible & reliable scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match available

Career advancement & leadership development opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Old Bridge Township is seeking a Catering Lead to oversee catering orders and ensure guests receive warm, friendly service. This role involves managing the delivery of orders, adhering to food safety standards, and marketing Panera Catering to local businesses and events.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years of age.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training.
• Must have own vehicle for delivering orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Self-starter attitude

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. We're here to help you succeed every day, in every way. Get ready to rise and come join the fun where you will be a part of making the familiar fantastic! Because at Panera, the best thing of bread is sharing it!

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!

Your Role Includes

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

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age: 18 years of age
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy working with people and have effective communication skills
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Must have own vehicle 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 communicate and understand directions in a loud environment
• Be an ambassador of Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors (making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions, taking initiative, working as a team, having fun, celebrating success, and seeing the best in others)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Competitive pay: $16.00 - $19.25

Location: 601498 Old Bridge, NJ - US Highway 9