Team Manager / Assistant Manager Full Time

Panera LLC; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match available

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Arnold, MO is seeking a full-time Team Manager/Assistant Manager to oversee shifts, develop team members, and maintain high service standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality and the skills to create engaging relationships with guests.

You will enjoy competitive pay, eligible for bonuses, free meals, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans. A minimum of one year of restaurant management experience is preferred, and you will need to obtain ServSafe certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain certification).
• Strong communication skills in a loud environment.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every guest is delighted by the quality of food, service, and staff.
• Lead, manage, and develop team members by coaching, inspiring, and motivating.
• Train the team in food safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Communicate effectively and build a culture of warmth and growth.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Team Manager / Assistant Manager – Full Time Lead

We celebrate leaders who bring out the best in their teams. As a Team Manager, you will help run shifts, develop team members, and maintain high service standards.

What’s In It for You?

• 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

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 sales, speed, order accuracy, and guest experience goals.
• Celebrate achievements of team members.
• Participate in interviewing and selection processes.
• Train the team in food safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Help build a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.
• Communicate effectively and make people smile, learn and grow together, find solutions, take initiative, and work as a team.

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 obtain certification).
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 25 pounds.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Strong communication skills in a loud environment.
• Flexible availability, including nights and weekends.
• Background check required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location: 601358 Arnold, MO – Commons Drive.

The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.