Restaurant Manager — People-First Leadership & Growth

Doherty Enterprises, Inc.; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits (medical, dental,

vision, FSA

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Meal and cafe discounts

Dining perks across all our brands

Verizon, Dell discounts

WOW a Friend Foundation - EAP

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and deliver the brand’s fresh food and friendly service in a welcoming environment.

You will manage operations, uphold quality and safety standards, and drive sales while guiding and growing your team in a fast-paced setting. Panera offers comprehensive benefits and leadership training as part of a career-focused path.

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

• Operational Excellence and Guest Experience: Lead day to day cafe operations with a warm, welcoming guest experience; Uphold Panera food quality, safety, and service standards; Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• People and Culture Leadership: 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.
• Business and Financial Management: Drive sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls to meet goals; Support financial performance through planning, execution, and accountability; Protect assets and maintain controls.
• Community and Brand Engagement: Represent Panera Bread in the local community; Support cafe marketing initiatives and guest engagement; Live Panera mission of serving food with purpose every day.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Guest service

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead daily cafe operations, develop future leaders, and deliver the brand’s fresh food and friendly service in a welcoming environment.

You will manage operations, uphold quality and safety standards, and drive sales while guiding and growing your team in a fast-paced setting. Panera offers comprehensive benefits and leadership training as part of a career-focused path.