General Manager

Panera LLC; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 83,200 - 93,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a General Manager in Modesto, CA. This role involves leading the bakery-cafe team, overseeing staffing, training, and operational standards to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

Successful candidates should have strong leadership skills, at least 3 years of experience in similar roles, and must be able to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay of $83,200 - $93,200 and a range of benefits including health insurance and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).

Responsibilities

• Lead the bakery-cafe team and manage staffing needs.
• Hire, onboard, and train new team members.
• Ensure operational and quality standards are met.

Skills

Business acumen

Strong communication

Leadership

Coaching and development

Flexibility

Job description

What’s In It for You?

Competitive pay & eligible for quarterly bonuses
Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available
Career advancement & leadership development opportunities
Tuition discounts
Perks & rewards for team members
Team member assistance program
And much, much more!

As a General Manager, at Panera, Your Role Includes:

• Own all aspects of leading the bakery‑cafe team, including planning and managing staffing needs, scheduling, people development, career development, performance management, training, and succession planning.
• Hire, onboard, and train new team members while motivating, energizing, engaging, inspiring, and celebrating the entire team.
• Manage team performance to ensure the bakery‑cafe’s goals, operational and quality standards, and extraordinary guest service expectations are met.
• Create subject matter experts within your bakery‑cafe by developing managers on people processes and Panera’s Guiding Values & Behaviors.
• Follow operational procedures designed to ensure your bakery‑cafe successfully executes all company strategies and initiatives.
• Make sure every guest is delighted by the quality of our food, service, and staff.
• Build engaging relationships that lead to long‑term, loyal guests.
• Ensure team members follow company policies and procedures and comply with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Maintain a healthy and safe workplace that meets Panera’s health, food, safety, and company culture standards.
• Maintain the bakery‑cafe’s overall costs and inventory.
• Help build our Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age: 18 years of age.
• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Proven ability to drive positive results through strong business acumen.
• Proven ability to run great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching and developing others in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25 pounds.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment.
• Any job offer for this position is conditional upon the results of a background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans. Pay: $83,200 - $93,200 (actual pay will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location).