Panera
GeneralManager
“General Manager at Panera. Skills: Leadership, Operations management, Team development. Lead the bakery-cafe team. Manage staffing needs and scheduling”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive positive results through business acumen; Ensure bakery-cafe’s goals are met; Ensure operational and quality standards are met; Ensure extraordinary guest service expectations are met; Ensure every guest is delighted; Build long-term, loyal guests
Industry & Context.
Finding solutions
Background check required, Flexible hours including nights and weekends, 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
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, This role requires flexible hours including nights and weekends in a faced-paced environment with shifting priorities, 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 the bakery-cafe team
Manage staffing needs and scheduling
Oversee people development and performance
and train new team members
and celebrate the team
Manage team performance to meet goals
Ensure operational and quality standards are met
Deliver extraordinary guest service
Develop managers on people processes
Follow operational procedures
Ensure bakery-cafe executes company strategies
Ensure guest delight with food
Build engaging relationships with guests
Ensure team members follow company policies
state and local regulations
Maintain a healthy and safe workplace
and culture standards
Maintain bakery-cafe's overall costs
Build a culture of warmth
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with product team
Communication Scope
Clearly communicate; Quickly understand
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