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Assistant General Manager - Panera Bread

Onsite · Raleigh, North Carolina
Posted August 12, 2026
payroll

Overview

Lead a bakery-cafe team at Panera Bread, owning shift operations, guest satisfaction, and team development in a high-volume environment. You will direct 3-5 team members per shift, ensure food safety standards, and drive sales and order accuracy. As part of the leadership team, you coach and inspire staff to exceed goals while building a culture of warmth and belonging. This role offers competitive pay, quarterly bonuses, and clear paths for advancement.

What You'll Do6

  • 1Delight every guest by ensuring quality food, service, and staff on your shift.
  • 2Build engaging relationships that turn first-time visitors into loyal regulars.
  • 3Lead, coach, and motivate team members to exceed goals in sales, speed, and order accuracy.
  • 4Partner with managers to interview and select new team members.
  • 5Train the team on food safety standards and maintain them throughout the shift.
  • 6Foster a culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust among your team.

Requirements9

  • 11+ years of restaurant management experience preferred.
  • 218 years of age or older.
  • 3Proven ability to lead shifts and direct, motivate, coach, and develop others.
  • 4ServSafe certification or ability to achieve it.
  • 5Flexible hours including nights and weekends.
  • 6Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 25 pounds.
  • 7Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
  • 8Clear communication in a loud environment.
  • 9Pass a background check as a condition of employment.

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationRaleigh, North Carolina

Required Skills

servsaferestaurantfood safetyleadershipcommunication
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