Catering Lead: Elevate Events & Guest Experience

panerabread; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited beverages

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Perks & rewards

Team member assistance

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to plan and manage catering orders for local events in Williamsburg, VA. You will coordinate guest inquiries, ensure timely delivery, and uphold Panera's food quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes warm service, proactive follow-ups, and collaboration with managers and team members to create memorable events for guests and local businesses.

Qualifications

• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training. (Food Handler's Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy people and have effective communication skills
• A self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Must have your own vehicle that you can use for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record
• This role requires an individual that can safely operate a passenger motor vehicle and has an acceptable driving record
• This role requires flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25-50 pounds
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates' directions in a loud environment

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

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to plan and manage catering orders for local events in Williamsburg, VA. You will coordinate guest inquiries, ensure timely delivery, and uphold Panera's food quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes warm service, proactive follow-ups, and collaboration with managers and team members to create memorable events for guests and local businesses.