Real Leaders RISE with Panera!

As a Shift Lead with Panera Bread, you’ll do more than run a shift; you’ll lead with purpose. Connect with amazing guests, support a growing bakery-café, and make a real impact on your local community every single day.

Why step into leadership with Panera? You shape the experience.

• Lead with Trust - You’re empowered to make decisions and lead with confidence.


• Team-First Culture - Supportive managers and a team that has your back.


• Real Growth Potential - Build leadership skills that clear your pathway to upper-level management.


• Purpose-Driven Work - Serve fresh food and create a warm atmosphere for the team and our guests.


• Delicious Deals - Enjoy discounted employee meals on every shift.


• Full-Time, Full-Benefits -Medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401(k), paid vacation, & major holidays off.


• Competitive Compensation - $18/hour + team tips!

At Panera, RISE is our commitment to delivering great food, genuine hospitality, and a workplace where people feel valued. Our mission is to elevate everyday meals into moments of comfort, connection, and joy. We do this by refreshing our menu with high-quality, flavorful ingredients; igniting value through thoughtfully crafted offerings at accessible price points; serving with excellence by bringing Panera Warmth to every guest interaction and creating an everyday oasis in our bakery-cafés; and expanding our network through growth and modernization. At Panera, our guests are at the center of everything we do—and our people make it possible.

Day-to-Day Duties:

• Lead daily shift operations and set expectations for the team.


• Open and/or close the bakery-café.


• Assign tasks, manage break schedules, and keep the shift running smoothly.


• Address guest concerns promptly and professionally.


• Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and brand standards are met.


• Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation.


• Support onboarding and training of new Associates.


• Assist with cash handling, drawer counts, and basic shift reporting.


• Communicate shift performance, issues, and wins to management.

What You Bring to the Table:

• A team-first, guest-focused mindset that makes everyone feel welcome.


• A positive, can-do attitude that sets the tone for the team.


• The ability to lead by example, work alongside the team, and jump in wherever needed.


• Enthusiasm to coach, support, encourage, and celebrate wins in the moment.


• Motivation to make the team and the café succeed.


• Passion for creating a warm, friendly culture.

The Recipe for Success:

• Be at least 18 years of age.


• Proven leadership experience in food service or retail.


• Strong communication and people skills.


• Ability to lift up-to 40-lbs and be on your feet for periods of time with occasional bending or stooping.


• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

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