Panera

GeneralManager

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“General Manager at Panera. Skills: Leadership, Operations Management, Team Development. Lead bakery-cafe team. Oversee operations”

What You'll Achieve.

Drive positive results; Achieve bakery-cafe goals; Meet operational standards; Meet quality standards; Meet guest service expectations; Delight every guest

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Finding solutions

Eligibility Requirements

Flexible hours including nights and weekends, Background check required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum age: 18 years of age, ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve), Proven ability to drive positive results through business acumen, Proven ability to run great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching and developing others in a fast-paced environment, Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25 pounds, Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours, Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment

Nice to Have

3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred

What You'll Do.

Lead bakery-cafe team

Make strategic decisions

Create thriving team environment

Ensure guest satisfaction

Manage staffing needs

Performance management

and train new team members

Manage team performance

Ensure bakery-cafe goals are met

Ensure operational standards are met

Ensure quality standards are met

Ensure extraordinary guest service expectations are met

Develop managers on people processes

Follow operational procedures

Execute company strategies

Ensure service quality

Build engaging relationships

Ensure team members follow policies

Ensure compliance with regulations

Maintain healthy and safe workplace

Maintain food safety standards

Maintain company culture standards

Maintain bakery-cafe's overall costs

Build Culture of warmth

Build Culture of belonging

Build Culture of growth

Build Culture of trust

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with product team

Communication Scope

Clearly communicate; Quickly understand directions

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