Hands-On Restaurant Leader — Grow with Structure & Purpose

3346 Panera Bread Hyde Park; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive work culture

Job summary

Panera Bread Hyde Park is seeking a hands-on Manager to lead daily operations with a strong emphasis on teamwork, training, and customer service. You will work side-by-side with the team across production, dining, and guest service, ensuring quality and associates development.

The role requires a structured leadership style, commitment to coaching, and availability within operating hours (5 AM–11 PM). This is an on-site, full-time position offering growth and a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Previous management or supervisory experience (restaurant or production-based preferred).
• Strong, structured leadership style.
• Hands-on mentality — you enjoy working alongside your team.
• Passion for coaching and mentoring.
• Open availability within operating hours (5 AM – 11 PM).
• Reliable transportation (valid driver's license & vehicle).
• Positive mindset.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front: fully hands-on, work side-by-side with your team on the floor.
• Drive operational excellence: maintain food quality and safety standards; keep the team at peak performance.
• Develop people with purpose: structured onboarding and training; coach and mentor team members; deliver clear expectations and consistent feedback.
• Build future leaders through accountability and support; promote positivity, respect, and teamwork.
• Create a culture where team members feel supported and valued; encourage work-life balance within a structured schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Mentoring

Hands-on

Availability

Transportation

Positive mindset

Customer service

Job description

Panera Bread Hyde Park is seeking a hands-on Manager to lead daily operations with a strong emphasis on teamwork, training, and customer service. You will work side-by-side with the team across production, dining, and guest service, ensuring quality and associates development.

The role requires a structured leadership style, commitment to coaching, and availability within operating hours (5 AM–11 PM). This is an on-site, full-time position offering growth and a positive culture.