Panera Bread Manager-Valley Stream

Doherty Enterprises; Village of Valley Stream (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive management pay

Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA)

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Paid leadership training

Meal and cafe discounts

Dining perks across brands

Discounts with partner brands

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Doherty Enterprises is hiring a Restaurant Manager for Panera Bread in Valley Stream, NY. You will oversee daily operations, lead a dedicated team, and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a welcoming environment.

The ideal candidate has restaurant management experience, strong leadership skills, and a valid driver’s license. We offer competitive pay and fantastic employee benefits, like healthcare, paid time off, and dining discounts. Join us today and grow your career!

Qualifications

• 1 to 3+ years of restaurant or retail management experience.
• Passion for guest service and team development.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily cafe operations while ensuring a welcoming guest experience.
• Hire, train, and develop cafe team members.
• Drive sales and manage business performance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Guest service

Team development

Job description

Position & Perks

Restaurant Manager – Panera Bread

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.

Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

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

To help us prioritize qualified candidates, please confirm in your application that you have both a valid driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle.

If you are ready to lead with purpose and grow your career with a brand that values people and quality, apply today to become a Restaurant Manager at Panera Bread.