Catering Lead: Drive Delicious Events & Guest Experience

panerabread; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips included pay

Free meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Tuition discounts

Career development

Job summary

Panera Bread in Apple Valley, MN is seeking a Catering Lead to plan and manage catering orders, ensuring warm, friendly service and timely delivery for events. You will promote Panera catering to local businesses and schools while upholding food safety standards.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills, plus a valid vehicle for deliveries and flexible hours including nights and weekends. Be part of a team focused on warmth and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• Food safety training (Food Handler's Card) as required by law.
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills.
• Self-starter with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Own vehicle for delivering orders and driving record acceptable.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds and stand/walk up to 3 hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests' events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's standards for craveable food quality.
• Build excitement and interest in Panera's catering products.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Assist and support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Help cultivate a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Organization

Driving

Job description

Panera Bread in Apple Valley, MN is seeking a Catering Lead to plan and manage catering orders, ensuring warm, friendly service and timely delivery for events. You will promote Panera catering to local businesses and schools while upholding food safety standards.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and time-management skills, plus a valid vehicle for deliveries and flexible hours including nights and weekends. Be part of a team focused on warmth and trust.