Catering Lead: Create Memorable Events & Growth

panerabread; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips

Free meals

Flexible schedule

Paid vacation

Insurance

Tuition discounts

Advancement opportunities

401(k) match

Job summary

Panera is hiring a Catering Lead in Saint Peters, MO. You will manage catering orders, deliver to events, and ensure warm, friendly service with strong communication while upholding food safety standards.

The role supports managers and team members, promotes Panera Catering to local businesses and schools, and helps grow a culture of warmth and trust while meeting flexible scheduling needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Food safety understanding and training (Food Handler's Card as required).
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• Self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Must have own vehicle for delivering orders and acceptable driving record.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 25–50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours.

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.
• Promote Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help build a Culture of warmth, growth, and trust.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Organization

Self-motivated

Job description

Panera is hiring a Catering Lead in Saint Peters, MO. You will manage catering orders, deliver to events, and ensure warm, friendly service with strong communication while upholding food safety standards.

The role supports managers and team members, promotes Panera Catering to local businesses and schools, and helps grow a culture of warmth and trust while meeting flexible scheduling needs.