Catering Lead: Lead Events with Flexible Hours

panerabread; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team tips

Free meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders and deliver memorable, on-time service for events. You will coordinate guest inquiries, plan meals, and ensure orders are fulfilled with accuracy and care.

The role emphasizes health and safety, ongoing customer engagement, and promoting Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events. A reliable vehicle and flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• Needs strong communication and customer service skills (in-person and phone).
• Demonstrates excellent time management and organization.
• Self-starter with ability to work with limited supervision.
• Must be able to assist with delivery and events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and produce catering orders for guests.
• Provide warm, friendly service with 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 and presentation.
• Market Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events.
• Support Managers and Team Members as needed.
• Foster a culture of warmth, belonging, growth and trust.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Catering Lead to manage catering orders and deliver memorable, on-time service for events. You will coordinate guest inquiries, plan meals, and ensure orders are fulfilled with accuracy and care.

The role emphasizes health and safety, ongoing customer engagement, and promoting Panera Catering to local businesses, schools and events. A reliable vehicle and flexible hours are required.