Restaurant Manager: Lead People & Guest Experience

Panera Bread; Hampton Bays (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive management pay

Health care benefits (medical, dental,

Vision, FSA)

Flexible scheduling to support work/l;

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

Real advancement and long term career

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Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and deliver the fresh food and friendly service we are known for. You will manage guest experience with warmth, uphold food safety standards, and ensure compliance with policies while driving sales and team performance.

The role emphasizes people leadership, coaching, and growth within a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to engage the local community and support marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3+ 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.
• 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

Team development

Fast-paced environment

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and deliver the fresh food and friendly service we are known for. You will manage guest experience with warmth, uphold food safety standards, and ensure compliance with policies while driving sales and team performance.

The role emphasizes people leadership, coaching, and growth within a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to engage the local community and support marketing initiatives.