Team Manager

Panera LLC; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for quarterly bonuses

Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance & 401(k)

Career advancement & leadership development opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Team Manager Lead in Belvidere, IL. This role involves leading and developing team members, ensuring excellent guest service, and maintaining food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have restaurant management experience and the ability to inspire a team.

Enjoy benefits like competitive pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for career growth. If you're passionate about creating a welcoming environment, apply to join the Panera family today!

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification or ability to achieve certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every guest is delighted by the quality of food and service.
• Lead, manage, and develop team members.
• Train the team in food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Guest Service

Food Safety Standards

Job description

Overview

Team Manager Lead with purpose. Grow with support. At Panera, our leaders are celebrated for bringing out the best in their teams. Enjoy great perks, a welcoming culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact—every day.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & eligible for quarterly bonuses
• Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities
• Tuition discounts
• Perks & rewards for team members
• Team member assistance program
• …and much more

Responsibilities

• Ensure every guest is delighted by the quality of food, service, and staff.
• Build engaging relationships that lead to long‑term, loyal guests.
• Lead, manage, and develop team members by coaching, inspiring, and motivating them to exceed goals in sales, speed, order accuracy, and guest experience.
• Participate in the interviewing and selection process.
• Train the team in food safety standards and ensure they are maintained.
• Help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25 pounds.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching and developing others in a fast‑paced environment.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve certification).
• Flexible hours including nights and weekends in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Background check required.

Location

601971 Belvidere, IL - Pearl Street

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans