Team Manager/ Assistant Manager Full Time

Panera LLC; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Comprehensive insurance options

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Team Manager / Assistant Manager for its bakery-cafe in Owensboro, Kentucky. In this full-time role, you will lead the leadership team, ensure high guest satisfaction, develop team members, and oversee daily operations.

Key benefits include competitive pay with bonuses, free on-shift meals, and health insurance options. Ideal candidates will have restaurant management experience and a passion for leading teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead great shifts while motivating and coaching others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every guest is delighted by food quality and service.
• Build engaging relationships with guests.
• Lead, manage, and develop team members.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Motivating team members

Food safety standards

Clear communication

Job description

Team Manager / Assistant Manager – Full Time

Overview

Lead the bakery‑cafe’s leadership team, ensuring seamless shifts, high guest satisfaction, and team development.

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 our 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 compliance.
• Help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.
• Work flexible hours including nights and weekends in a fast‑paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds and standing/walking up to 6 hours.
• Communicate clearly and quickly in a loud environment.
• Serve as an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 18 years.
• 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead great shifts while motivating, coaching, and developing others.
• ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve certification).
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 25 pounds.

Additional Information

All job offers are conditional upon the results of a background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

601184 Owensboro, KY – Frederica St

Panera Bread® is proud of its commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce. This role provides an excellent opportunity for growth and personal development.