Restaurant Manager: Lead Café Team, Growth & Benefits

Panera Bread; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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

Partner discounts (Verizon, Dell, gyms

Real advancement and long term career

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and uphold Panera's reputation for fresh food and friendly service. You will supervise staff, ensure quality and compliance, and drive sales and operational excellence in a fast-paced cafe environment.

The role offers leadership training, benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career growth within Panera Bread.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in restaurant or retail management.
• Strong coaching and communication skills.
• Passion for guest service and team development.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.
• 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

Coaching

Communication

Guest service

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and uphold Panera's reputation for fresh food and friendly service. You will supervise staff, ensure quality and compliance, and drive sales and operational excellence in a fast-paced cafe environment.

The role offers leadership training, benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career growth within Panera Bread.