Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Union Gap (WA); On-site; USD 23,598 - 27,896; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match available

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Union Gap is looking for a Catering Lead to manage a fast-paced catering operation. You will work closely with guests to ensure their event needs are met with delicious food, timely delivery, and exceptional service.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses strong communication skills, and is organized. Additionally, you must be able to meet food safety standards and be flexible in work hours, including nights and weekends. Competitive pay ranges from $17.13 to $20.25 hourly.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Completion of basic food safety understanding and practice training as required by law.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences through friendly service and communication.
• Deliver orders to guests’ events and adhere to food safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Time-management skills

Organizational skills

Education

Food Handler’s Card

Job description

Catering Lead at Panera – lead a fast‑moving catering operation serving guests for events, ensuring food safety, quality and on‑time delivery.

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!

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

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 a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust

This Opportunity Is for You If:

• Minimum age of 18 years
• Completion of basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card as required by law)
• Enjoy working with people and possess effective communication skills
• A self‑starter who can meet goals with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Own a vehicle usable for delivering orders with an acceptable driving record
• Flexible with hours, including nights and weekends in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing 25–50 pounds
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours
• Clear communication skills in a loud environment
• Commit to Panera’s Guiding Values and Behaviors: make people smile, learn and grow together, find solutions, take initiative, work and win as a team, have fun, celebrate success, and see the best in others

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Competitive pay: $17.13 – $20.25, with final compensation based on experience, skills, and location.

Location: 601878 Yakima, WA – E. Valley Mall Blvd