Catering Lead: Flexible Hours, Growth & Tips

Panera LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,896; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match available

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Newark, NJ, seeks a Catering Lead to manage catering operations and ensure exceptional service. The ideal candidate will create memorable experiences and uphold high food quality standards while assisting in delivering orders for events.

This role requires effective communication skills, organizational abilities, and the flexibility to work nights and weekends. Competitive pay ranges from $17.00 to $20.25 based on experience and location, with various benefits including medical and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years of age.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training.
• Enjoy people and possess effective communication skills.
• A self-starter who can meet goals with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Must have your own vehicle and an acceptable driving record.
• This role requires flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25-50 pounds.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 3 hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for our guests.
• Create memorable experiences with warm, friendly service.
• Assist with delivering orders to guests’ events.
• Strictly adhere to health and food safety standards.
• Maintain Panera’s exceptional standards for food quality.
• Build excitement and interest in Panera’s products and services.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Self-starter

Job description

Panera LLC in Newark, NJ, seeks a Catering Lead to manage catering operations and ensure exceptional service. The ideal candidate will create memorable experiences and uphold high food quality standards while assisting in delivering orders for events.

This role requires effective communication skills, organizational abilities, and the flexibility to work nights and weekends. Competitive pay ranges from $17.00 to $20.25 based on experience and location, with various benefits including medical and paid time off.