Restaurant Leader: Guest Experience & Team Growth

Doherty Enterprises; Farmingville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

On-the-job leadership training

Meal and cafe discounts

Dining perks across brands

Brand partner discounts

Career growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Farmingville, NY is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and deliver fresh food with friendly service. You will oversee operations, drive guest satisfaction, and uphold brand standards in a fast paced environment.

The role emphasizes people leadership, coaching, and operational excellence, with opportunities for advancement, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing training to support career growth within Panera Bread.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 plus years of restaurant or retail management experience
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• ServSafe Food certification a plus, training provided

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Fast-paced environment

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera Bread in Farmingville, NY is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and deliver fresh food with friendly service. You will oversee operations, drive guest satisfaction, and uphold brand standards in a fast paced environment.

The role emphasizes people leadership, coaching, and operational excellence, with opportunities for advancement, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing training to support career growth within Panera Bread.