Catering Lead: Elevate Events & Food Experience

Panera Bread; Mount Olive (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation & holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Leadership development

Team member rewards

Student assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders, deliver memorable guest experiences, and ensure timely delivery of Panera dishes for events. You will uphold food safety standards and promote Panera’s catering services in the local area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a customer-first mindset, with opportunities for growth and leadership development within Panera’s catering team. Applicants should have flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced catering setting.
• Willingness to drive for orders and deliver on time.

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.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Foster a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Skills

Great communication

Time management

Self-starter

Customer service

Valid driver's license

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders, deliver memorable guest experiences, and ensure timely delivery of Panera dishes for events. You will uphold food safety standards and promote Panera’s catering services in the local area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a customer-first mindset, with opportunities for growth and leadership development within Panera’s catering team. Applicants should have flexibility for evenings and weekends.