Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Town of Webster (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on‑shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement & leadership development

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Catering Lead in the Town of Webster, New York. In this role, you will manage and produce catering orders, ensuring effective communication and adherence to health and safety standards. You will also assist with deliveries and create memorable experiences for our guests.

This position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and various benefits including medical, dental, and tuition discounts. The ideal candidate enjoys working with people and can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety training (Food Handler’s Card).
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Own a vehicle with an acceptable driving record.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Able to lift, carry, push or pull 25–50 pounds and stand/walk up to 3 hours.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests’ events.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses and events.
• Assist and support managers and team members as needed.
• Help build a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to lift 25–50 pounds

Job description

Catering Lead

At Panera, we focus on people and growth. As a Catering Lead you will play a crucial role in our catering operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for 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 and maintain Panera’s food quality.
• Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products and services.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events.
• Assist and support managers and team members as needed.
• Help build a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety training (Food Handler’s Card).
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Own a vehicle with an acceptable driving record.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Able to lift, carry, push or pull 25–50 pounds and stand/walk up to 3 hours.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, 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 & 401(k) with match.
• Career advancement & leadership development.
• Tuition discounts.
• Perks & rewards for team members.
• Team member assistance program.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans.