Catering Lead

Panera Bread Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Catering Lead to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that catered orders are prepared and delivered with precision while providing exceptional service. With opportunities for growth and a supportive workplace, you’ll enjoy a competitive wage, tips, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is a fantastic chance to develop your marketing and sales skills while contributing to a team that values customer satisfaction. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about food service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Scholarship Program

Employee Assistance Fund

Free Counseling Services

Daily Pay Option

Opportunities for Growth

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Own the success of catering operations and prepare catering orders.
• Maintain guest database and ensure satisfaction through follow-ups.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Marketing Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Point of Sale System

Job description

Come Join Panera Bread - an award-winning leader in the restaurant industry and employer of choice for 2022 and 2023!

We are also proud to be named a Top Workplace for 2024!

What's in it for you?

• A competitive hourly wage PLUS TIPS!
• A comprehensive benefit package including health, dental and vision
• Paid time off
• 401k
• A scholarship program
• An employee assistance fund
• Free counseling services
• We offer Daily Pay - access your pay when you need it! (CA locations exempt)
• Opportunities for growth
• And much more!

In the role of Catering Lead, you will work in a fast-paced environment to ensure that our guests receive great food and service. You will be responsible for preparing and delivering all catered orders accurately and on time. You will also use your marketing and sales skills to generate new business for catering at Panera Bread.

This is a first shift position - typically Monday-Friday (occasional Saturdays) - hours are generally early morning to mid-afternoon. You can make GREAT TIPS!

As a Catering Lead you will:

• Own the success of the catering operations
• Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach others to do so effectively
• Maintain accurate and detailed guest database, collect payments and follow up with catering guests to ensure satisfaction
• Keep work area neat and clean while following all safety and sanitation procedures
• Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a consistent basis

This opportunity is for you if:

• You have a valid driver license, clean drivers record and reliable transportation for local deliveries
• You have proof of insurance
• You have excellent customer service skills - are polite, courteous, respectful, and maintain a professional appearance.
• You are organized and detail oriented
• You have the ability to communicate effectively with guests and your teammates
• You are able to work a flexible schedule with early start times
• You are over the age of 18
• You have food service or retail sales experience (preferred but not required)
• You must be able to lift up to 30 lbs, and be able to bend, reach, push, pull, and stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations

We are closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Come grow with us - join one of the fastest growing concepts in the country!