Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Saginaw (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages

Flexible & reliable scheduling

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders and deliver exceptional service in Saginaw, Pennsylvania. You will handle menu planning and ensure timely delivery of high-quality food.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, is a self-starter, and possesses a valid driver's license to assist with deliveries. The role includes benefits like competitive pay, medical insurance, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training.
• Own a vehicle for deliveries and an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.

Skills

Excellent people skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Self-starter

Ability to lift 25-50 pounds

Job description

Overview

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you will play a crucial role in our catering operations by helping guests plan and choose menus, responding to inquiries, and ensuring hassle‑free hosting with fresh, high‑quality food delivered promptly.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and eligible for team tips
• Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages
• Flexible & 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
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities
• Tuition discounts
• Perks and rewards for team members
• Team member assistance program
• And much, much more!

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for our guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service, effective communication, and proactive follow‑ups.
• 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.
• Marketing 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).
• Excellent people and effective 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 for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25-50 pounds.
• Capable of standing and walking 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 our Guiding Values and Behaviors.

Location & Equal Opportunity

600769 East York, PA - Market Street

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans