Catering Lead: Elevate Events & Deliver Wow

Panera LLC; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time & holidays

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance &

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Perks & rewards

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders, ensuring warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups for guest satisfaction.

You will assist with delivering orders to events, adhere to food safety standards, and help grow Panera Catering with local businesses and schools. Strong organizational skills and a customer-first mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• Food Handler’s Card as required by law.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Deliver orders to guests’ events.
• Ensure health and food safety standards are met.
• Maintain Panera’s standards for craveable food quality.
• Promote Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.

Job description

Panera LLC in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders, ensuring warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups for guest satisfaction.

You will assist with delivering orders to events, adhere to food safety standards, and help grow Panera Catering with local businesses and schools. Strong organizational skills and a customer-first mindset are essential.