Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Oxford (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Catering Lead in Oxford, AL, to manage catering operations and deliver excellent service. You will ensure guests plan delicious Panera catering for their events and oversee catering orders while maintaining food safety standards.

The ideal candidate should possess effective communication skills, be a self-starter, and have strong organizational abilities. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years of age.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Self-starter

Time-management skills

Job description

Responsibilities

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests plan and choose delicious, familiar and fantastic Panera dishes for their events, respond to their inquiries and requirements, and guarantee hassle‑free hosting with craveable food delivered promptly and accurately.

• Manage and produce catering orders for our 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 your Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years of age.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training. (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Must have your own vehicle for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record.
• 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 clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities.

Benefits

• 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!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location

601627 Oxford, AL - Commons Way