Catering Lead - Flexible Hours & Growth Opportunities

Panera Bread; Linden (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and holidays for full‑to

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance

Job summary

Panera Bread in Linden, NJ is seeking a Catering Lead to orchestrate catering orders, guide guests through menu options, and deliver confident, friendly service for events. You will coordinate orders, ensure on-time delivery, uphold health and safety standards, and help grow Panera Catering with local businesses and schools while supporting helpers and managers.

Expect flexible hours in a fast-paced environment, teamwork, and ongoing opportunities for growth and leadership within Panera.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple catering orders and deadlines.
• Comfortable coordinating delivery and setup for events.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for our guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service and proactive follow-ups.
• 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.
• Market 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Customer service

Self-motivated

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Bread in Linden, NJ is seeking a Catering Lead to orchestrate catering orders, guide guests through menu options, and deliver confident, friendly service for events. You will coordinate orders, ensure on-time delivery, uphold health and safety standards, and help grow Panera Catering with local businesses and schools while supporting helpers and managers.

Expect flexible hours in a fast-paced environment, teamwork, and ongoing opportunities for growth and leadership within Panera.