Team Manager: Lead, Develop & Delight Guests

Panera LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited beverages

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Lexington, KY is seeking a Team Manager Lead to help run great shifts, support team development, and maintain high standards for guests. You will lead and coach team members, ensure food safety, and contribute to a warm, inclusive culture.

The role offers competitive pay with quarterly bonus eligibility, meals on shift, vacation, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Flexible hours including nights and weekends are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Make sure 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.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Team development

Coaching

Job description

Panera LLC in Lexington, KY is seeking a Team Manager Lead to help run great shifts, support team development, and maintain high standards for guests. You will lead and coach team members, ensure food safety, and contribute to a warm, inclusive culture.

The role offers competitive pay with quarterly bonus eligibility, meals on shift, vacation, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Flexible hours including nights and weekends are required.