Catering Lead - Flexible Hours, Growth

panerabread; Fair Oaks (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation

Job summary

Panera is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders, liaise with guests, and ensure timely, high-quality Panera dishes for events. You will deliver orders and promote catering to local businesses, with a focus on hospitality and accuracy.

Responsibilities include maintaining health and safety standards, assisting with event deliveries, and supporting the team while fostering Panera's welcoming culture. Growth opportunities exist in leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18+.
• Food safety training and Food Handler's Card as required by law.
• Excellent people skills and communication.
• Self-starter with limited supervision.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Assist with delivering orders to events.
• Adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera's standards for food quality.
• Promote Panera catering to local area businesses and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Foster a culture of warmth and teamwork.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Organization

Driving

Job description

Panera is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders, liaise with guests, and ensure timely, high-quality Panera dishes for events. You will deliver orders and promote catering to local businesses, with a focus on hospitality and accuracy.

Responsibilities include maintaining health and safety standards, assisting with event deliveries, and supporting the team while fostering Panera's welcoming culture. Growth opportunities exist in leadership roles.