Catering Lead: Elevate Events & Guest Experience

Panera LLC; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays (FT

Health & vision insurance; 401(k) with

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Westfield, IN is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders, ensuring warm service and proactive follow-ups to satisfy guests. You will assist with delivering orders to events, maintain Panera’s food safety standards, and promote catering to local businesses, schools, and events while supporting a positive team culture.

Join a team that values reliability, communication, and high-quality food experiences, with opportunities for growth and leadership development

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Food safety understanding and training as required by law.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Self-starter with limited supervision and initiative.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Own vehicle for delivering orders and valid driving record.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service with proactive follow-ups to ensure satisfaction.
• Assist with delivering orders to events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera’s food quality standards.
• 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

Communication skills

Self-starter

Organizational skills

Time management

Valid driver's license

Flexible hours

Customer service orientation

Ability to lift 25-50 pounds

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera LLC in Westfield, IN is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders, ensuring warm service and proactive follow-ups to satisfy guests. You will assist with delivering orders to events, maintain Panera’s food safety standards, and promote catering to local businesses, schools, and events while supporting a positive team culture.

Join a team that values reliability, communication, and high-quality food experiences, with opportunities for growth and leadership development