Catering Lead: Create Memorable Event Experiences

panerabread; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Perks & rewards

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Reston, VA is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders, coordinate event deliveries, and deliver warm, friendly service that makes every guest feel valued. You will uphold food safety standards and promote Panera catering to local businesses and schools while supporting managers and teammates to grow our culture of warmth and trust.

Competitive pay with team tips, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for leadership development are part of the role, emphasizing

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and guest-service skills.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service with proactive follow-ups to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Assist with delivering orders to events.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's standards for craveable food quality.
• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Job description

Panera Bread in Reston, VA is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders, coordinate event deliveries, and deliver warm, friendly service that makes every guest feel valued. You will uphold food safety standards and promote Panera catering to local businesses and schools while supporting managers and teammates to grow our culture of warmth and trust.

Competitive pay with team tips, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for leadership development are part of the role, emphasizing