Assistant General Manager

Panera Bread • Basking Ridge, NJ

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About The Position

Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself, reach your goals—and help others do the same? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn your trust and help you succeed—every day, in every way. Come join the fun! As an Assistant General Manager at Panera, you help lead an amazing team and a popular neighborhood bakery-cafe to success. You support your General Manager (GM) in managing overall operations, improving the customer experience, and increasing the bottom line, while also owning the people responsibilities for your location, including coaching, developing, and leading. You make the Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust of Panera a reality with your team.

Requirements

• Proven ability to direct, motivate, coach, and develop others in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to drive positive results.
• Proven ability to run great shifts.
• Demonstrated understanding of the business.
• ServSafe certification.
• At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy people and have great communication skills.
• Like the hustle and bustle of the hospitality industry.
• Can keep cool under pressure and deal with multiple types of people in a calm and neutral manner.
• Can work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Committed to, and experienced with, health and food safety.
• Interested in working toward a General Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
• Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors.
• Ensure extraordinary guest experiences.
• Build customer relationships that lead to long-term, loyal patrons.
• Support your GM by making key decisions and solving problems.
• Lead, manage, and develop your team.
• Plan and manage staffing needs, shift scheduling, people development, career development, and succession planning.
• Hire and train new team members, and keep your team motivated, energized, and engaged.
• Manage team performance to ensure your cafe's goals and quality standards are met.
• Build subject matter experts within your cafe by coaching your managers and associates.
• Ensure high-quality operations and service.
• Motivate your team to meet (and exceed) your bakery-cafe's goals.
• Adhere to cafe systems and processes to accomplish day-to-day operations.
• Ensure associates follow company policies and procedures and comply with all state and federal regulations.
• Ensure food safety standards are fully maintained.
• Grow sales and maximize profitability.
• Execute company and cafe strategies for sales growth and flow-through.
• Assist your GM in maintaining cafe costs and inventory.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Eligible for quarterly bonus.
• Free Meals on shifts.
• Career Growth Opportunities.
• Paid vacation & holidays for full-time team members.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance & 401(k) with match available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: No Education Listed