Catering Lead: Create Memorable Events

panerabread; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + tips

Free meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement

Employee rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will plan, quote, and coordinate delicious Panera dishes for events, communicating clearly with guests and teams, and ensuring timely delivery.

The role emphasizes health and safety compliance, organization, and proactive follow-up to drive guest satisfaction. Flexible hours including nights and weekends are required, with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering catering or food service is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Must have and maintain reliable transportation with a safe driving record.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull moderate weights.
• Able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups.
• Assist with delivering orders to events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's food quality standards.
• Promote Panera catering to local businesses, schools, and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help build a positive, inclusive team culture.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Driving

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders and deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will plan, quote, and coordinate delicious Panera dishes for events, communicating clearly with guests and teams, and ensuring timely delivery.

The role emphasizes health and safety compliance, organization, and proactive follow-up to drive guest satisfaction. Flexible hours including nights and weekends are required, with opportunities for growth and advancement.