Restaurant Manager: Lead Teams, Guest Experience & Growth

Doherty Enterprises; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits (medical, dental, VIsn

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

401k with company match

Leadership training

Meal discounts

Brand dining perks

Partner discounts

Career growth

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in New York is seeking a Restaurant Manager who leads with heart, inspires the team, and delivers the welcoming cafe experience Panera is known for. You will oversee daily cafe operations and develop future leaders.

The role emphasizes guest service, food safety, and high standards, with career growth opportunities and benefits. If you are ready to lead with purpose and grow your career, apply to Panera Bread today.

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

Job description

Panera Bread in New York is seeking a Restaurant Manager who leads with heart, inspires the team, and delivers the welcoming cafe experience Panera is known for. You will oversee daily cafe operations and develop future leaders.

The role emphasizes guest service, food safety, and high standards, with career growth opportunities and benefits. If you are ready to lead with purpose and grow your career, apply to Panera Bread today.