Catering Lead: Flexible Schedule, Growth & Team Impact

panerabread; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips

Free meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Insurance

Tuition discounts

Career development

Job summary

Panera Catering Lead position in Downers Grove, IL invites an energetic team player to plan and manage events with guest-centric service. You will coordinate catering orders, liaise with guests, and ensure prompt, accurate delivery of Panera dishes for events.

You will lead with warmth, maintain food-safety standards, and promote Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events, while supporting teammates in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice training.
• Own vehicle for delivering orders and an acceptable driving record.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift 25-50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for up to 3 hours.
• Clear communication with guests and associates in a loud environment.

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 standards for craveable food quality.
• 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

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Self-starter

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Catering Lead position in Downers Grove, IL invites an energetic team player to plan and manage events with guest-centric service. You will coordinate catering orders, liaise with guests, and ensure prompt, accurate delivery of Panera dishes for events.

You will lead with warmth, maintain food-safety standards, and promote Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events, while supporting teammates in a fast-paced setting.