Catering Lead: Create Memorable Events & Service

panerabread; Lansdowne (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life ins., 1

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to guide our catering operations, helping guests plan and select delicious events with familiar and fantastic Panera dishes. You’ll respond to inquiries and ensure hassle-free hosting with prompt delivery and accurate orders.

You will manage catering orders, deliver experiences with warm service, and uphold health and safety standards while promoting Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events.

Qualifications

• Must have your own vehicle for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training. (Food Handler's Card, as required by law).
• Minimum age: 18 years of age.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for our guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service, effective communication, and proactive follow-ups to ensure every guest leaves satisfied.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests' events.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's exceptional standards for craveable food quality.
• Build excitement and interest in Panera's products and services.
• Marketing Panera Catering to local area businesses, schools and events.
• Assist and support your Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help build our Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

People skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to guide our catering operations, helping guests plan and select delicious events with familiar and fantastic Panera dishes. You’ll respond to inquiries and ensure hassle-free hosting with prompt delivery and accurate orders.

You will manage catering orders, deliver experiences with warm service, and uphold health and safety standards while promoting Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events.