Catering Lead: Create Memorable Event Experiences

panerabread; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 69,486,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Fremont, CA is hiring a Catering Lead to plan and manage catering orders, ensure on-time delivery, and deliver warm, friendly service at events.

You will develop guest experiences, coordinate with team and management, maintain health and safety standards, and promote Panera Catering to local businesses.

The role requires flexible hours, a valid driver's license, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and training (Food Handler's Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy helping people and have strong communication skills.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Assist with delivering orders to events.
• Maintain health and food safety standards.
• Uphold Panera's standards for food quality and craveability.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Food safety

Delivery driver

Organization

Time management

Job description

Panera Bread in Fremont, CA is hiring a Catering Lead to plan and manage catering orders, ensure on-time delivery, and deliver warm, friendly service at events.

You will develop guest experiences, coordinate with team and management, maintain health and safety standards, and promote Panera Catering to local businesses.

The role requires flexible hours, a valid driver's license, and strong organizational and communication skills.