Catering Lead: Create Memorable Events & Lead a Team

panerabread; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders, ensuring warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups for guest satisfaction. The role includes delivering orders to events, upholding health and safety standards, and promoting Panera Catering to local businesses and schools.

Ideal candidates will be 18+, with food safety training, strong organization, and excellent communication in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18.
• Food safety training (Food Handler's Card) required by law.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Own vehicle for delivering orders with a good driving record.
• Able to lift 25–50 pounds.
• Able to stand and walk up to 3 hours.
• Clear communication in loud environments.

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.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's standards for food quality.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Foster a culture of warmth and trust.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders, ensuring warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups for guest satisfaction. The role includes delivering orders to events, upholding health and safety standards, and promoting Panera Catering to local businesses and schools.

Ideal candidates will be 18+, with food safety training, strong organization, and excellent communication in fast-paced environments.