Catering Lead: Elevate Events with Warm Service

panerabread; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to orchestrate catering orders and guest experiences with warm, proactive service. You will help plan events, coordinate orders, and ensure timely delivery while upholding Panera's standards for food quality and safety.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a Food Handler's Card, strong communication, organizational skills, and reliable transportation. Flexible hours including nights and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• Food Handler's Card required by law.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Own vehicle for delivering orders and valid driving record.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-starter

Reliable transportation

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to orchestrate catering orders and guest experiences with warm, proactive service. You will help plan events, coordinate orders, and ensure timely delivery while upholding Panera's standards for food quality and safety.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a Food Handler's Card, strong communication, organizational skills, and reliable transportation. Flexible hours including nights and weekends are required.