Catering Lead: Events & Guest Experience

panerabread; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Insurance

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders for guests, helping plan delicious, familiar Panera dishes for events and ensuring hassle-free hosting with prompt, accurate delivery. You will deliver warm service, follow health and food safety standards, and support Managers and Team Members while promoting Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.

This role requires organization, effective communication, and a self-starter attitude to grow the

Qualifications

• Customer service skills with a friendly, helpful approach.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and procedures.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service with proactive follow-ups.
• Assist with delivering orders to events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's standards for food quality and presentation.
• Promote Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Time management

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders for guests, helping plan delicious, familiar Panera dishes for events and ensuring hassle-free hosting with prompt, accurate delivery. You will deliver warm service, follow health and food safety standards, and support Managers and Team Members while promoting Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.

This role requires organization, effective communication, and a self-starter attitude to grow the