Catering Lead - Lead Catering Events, Flexible Schedule

panerabread; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation/sick time/holidays

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Job summary

Panera is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders with warm, proactive service. You will assist with delivering orders, uphold food safety standards, and promote Panera Catering to local businesses and events.

This role requires a self-starter attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Applicants must be 18+, have a Food Handler's Card if required, own a vehicle with a valid US license, and be able to lift

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18
• Food Handler's Card or training as required by law
• Enjoy people with effective communication
• Self-starter with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Own vehicle and valid U.S. Driver's License with clean driving record
• Flexible hours including nights/weekends; able to lift 25–50 lbs
• Stand/walk up to 3 hours; clear communication in loud environments

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests
• Provide warm, friendly service with proactive follow-ups to ensure 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 businesses, schools and events
• Support managers and team members as needed
• Contribute to a culture of warmth, belonging and trust

Skills

People skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Driving

Job description

Panera is seeking a Catering Lead to manage and produce catering orders with warm, proactive service. You will assist with delivering orders, uphold food safety standards, and promote Panera Catering to local businesses and events.

This role requires a self-starter attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Applicants must be 18+, have a Food Handler's Card if required, own a vehicle with a valid US license, and be able to lift