Panera Bread Manager - Bronx

Panera Bread; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits (medical, dental,

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Meal and cafe discounts

Dining perks across all our brands

Job summary

Panera Bread in Bronx, NY is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop leaders, and deliver Panera's renowned service.

You will oversee safety, quality, staffing, and guest experience while traveling between cafe locations as needed with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3+ years of restaurant or retail management experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle for travel between cafes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day cafe operations with a warm, welcoming guest experience.
• Uphold Panera food quality, safety, and service standards.
• Drive sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls to meet goals.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Coaching

Communication

Operations management

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Position & Perks

Restaurant Manager – Panera Bread | Opportunity in Bronx, NY

At Panera Bread, we believe food should be good for you—and so should your career. We are hiring Restaurant Managers who lead with heart, inspire their teams, and create welcoming cafe environments where guests and associates feel valued.

As a Panera Bread Restaurant Manager, you will oversee daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and help deliver the fresh food and friendly service Panera is known for.

Important Requirement

This role requires a valid driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle for travel between cafe locations as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive management pay
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
• Flexible scheduling to support work life balance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with company match
• Paid, on the job leadership training
• Meal and cafe discounts
• Dining perks across all our brands
• Discounts with partner brands including Verizon, Dell, gyms, and more
• Real advancement and long term career growth opportunities
• WOW a Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

Operational Excellence And Guest Experience

• Lead day to day cafe operations while ensuring a consistently warm and welcoming guest experience
• Uphold Panera food quality, safety, and service standards
• Ensure compliance with company policies and all local, state, and federal regulations

People and Culture Leadership

• Hire, train, coach, and develop a high performing cafe team
• Foster a people first culture built on respect, teamwork, and growth
• Empower Assistant Managers, Shift Supervisors, and associates to succeed and advance

Business and Financial Management

• Drive sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls to meet business goals
• Support financial performance through planning, execution, and accountability
• Protect company assets and maintain strong operational controls

Community and Brand Engagement

• Represent Panera Bread within the local community
• Support cafe marketing initiatives and guest engagement efforts
• Live Panera mission of serving food with purpose every day

This role is based in a primary cafe location, with occasional travel to other locations as needed, requiring a reliable personal vehicle.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal vehicle available for work use
• 1 to 3 plus years of restaurant or retail management experience
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Passion for guest service and team development
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• ServSafe Food certification a plus, training provided