Restaurant General Manager: Lead a High-Impact Team

panerabread; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation

Sick time & holidays

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement

Team member assistance

Job summary

Panera Bread in Skokie, IL is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team and own operations, staffing, and guest experience.

You will hire, train, develop managers, drive cost control, ensure food safety, and deliver Panera's warmth and hospitality.

This role offers competitive pay, bonuses, great benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a welcoming culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve).
• Must pass background check.
• Strong business acumen and leadership skills.
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead bakery-cafe team, plan staffing, scheduling, and development.
• Hire, onboard, train new team members and motivate the team.
• Manage performance to meet goals, quality standards, and guest service.
• Develop managers on people processes and Panera's guiding values & behaviors.
• Ensure adherence to policies, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Control costs and inventory; maintain a healthy, safe workplace.
• Foster warmth, belonging, growth, and trust within the team.

Job description

Panera Bread in Skokie, IL is seeking a General Manager to lead a high-performing bakery-cafe team and own operations, staffing, and guest experience.

You will hire, train, develop managers, drive cost control, ensure food safety, and deliver Panera's warmth and hospitality.

This role offers competitive pay, bonuses, great benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a welcoming culture.