Catering Lead

Panera LLC; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; 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

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Catering Lead to help guests plan and choose delicious Panera dishes for events, ensuring hassle-free hosting and timely delivery. Responsibilities include managing catering orders, providing exceptional service, and adhering to health standards.

The ideal candidate will be 18+, have effective communication skills, a reliable vehicle for deliveries, and experience in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay, health benefits, and flexible scheduling are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Must have your own vehicle for delivering orders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with friendly service.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests' events.
• Maintain food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Customer service

Job description

Catering Lead

As a Catering Lead at Panera, 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.

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!

Responsibilities

• 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 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)
• Enjoy working with 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 that you can use for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans