Team Manager - Lead & Elevate Guest Experience

Panera Bread; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Quarterly bonuses

Free meals

Unlimited beverages

Paid vacation

Insurance options

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Team Manager to lead bakery-cafe shifts, develop staff, and uphold high guest service standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor teammates, participate in interviews, train on food safety, and contribute to a warm, inclusive culture that values teamwork and guest satisfaction.

This role requires 18+ and restaurant management experience; flexible hours including nights and weekends, plus a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead shifts and develop staff.
• Strong guest service focus and ability to build relationships with guests.

Responsibilities

• Make sure every guest is delighted by the quality of food, service, and staff.
• Build engaging relationships that lead to loyal guests.
• Lead, manage and develop team members through coaching and motivation to exceed goals in sales, speed, order accuracy, and guest experience.
• Participate in interviewing and selection of new staff.
• Train the team in food safety standards and ensure compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Guest service

Food safety knowledge

ServSafe certification

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Team Manager to lead bakery-cafe shifts, develop staff, and uphold high guest service standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor teammates, participate in interviews, train on food safety, and contribute to a warm, inclusive culture that values teamwork and guest satisfaction.

This role requires 18+ and restaurant management experience; flexible hours including nights and weekends, plus a background check.