Panera Bread

Oversee multiple restaurant units, manage financial performance, develop talent, and ensure customer satisfaction. | Requires 3-5+ years of multi-unit restaurant experience, supervision of staff, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. | Area Director of Operations Reports to: Director of Operations Job Type: Full-time FLSA Status: Exempt Company Background – Flynn Group Founded by Chairman and CEO Greg Flynn in 1999, Flynn Group LP (formerly Flynn Restaurant Group) is the largest franchise operator in the world, and the third largest operator of restaurants, after only Starbucks and Chipotle, in the United States. Flynn Group owns and operates more than 2,600 restaurants and fitness clubs across Applebee’s, Arby’s, Taco Bell, Panera, Pizza Hut, Wendy’s, and Planet Fitness brands spanning 44 states, and Australia, generating $4.6 billion in sales and employing more than 75,000 people. More information is available at www.flynn.com. Company Background – Flynn Panera ​​​​Flynn Group | Panera owns and operates over 130 Panera Bread Café’s in 8 states. With annualized sales of over $350M and over 6,000 employees, Flynn Group | Panera is the third largest Panera Bread franchisee. Flynn Group | Panera is a part of Flynn Group, the largest franchise operator in the world, and the third largest operator of restaurants, after only Starbucks and Chipotle, in the United States. More information is available at www.flynn.com/panera. Position Description The Area Director provides strategic direction and acts as a primary support for the café management team. Utilizes strong business knowledge to oversee the profitability and customer service of a group of cafes, encompassing several areas. The Area Director manages the daily operations of the area to achieve sales and profit goals, customer satisfaction, and human capital management objectives. Ensures objectives are achieved while operating within all company guidelines, cultural values and following ethical business practices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Oversees all aspects of the areas business- human capital, operations, finance, facilities, marketing and regulatory compliance. • Participates in annual budgeting and capital planning process and manages on-going processes. • Achieves sales, profitability, guest and team member goals. • Analyzes all aspects of the business; financial, guest relations, employee relations, marketing, competition. • Attracts, develops and retains top talent; leverages resources and HR partnership to develop and maintain a robust talent pipeline to minimize open positions and maximize performance, including new hire training and on-boarding, succession planning and development programs. • Ensures quality recruitment of management candidates, by participating in the interview process, and approving all management hires. • Proactively manages performance through regular one-on-one coaching, assistance in developing and reviewing progress on development plans and recognizing accomplishments. • Accurately appraises the strengths and weaknesses of direct reports, provides specific, timely, behavioral feedback to help identify areas in which improvement is needed • Manages the succession process by identifying high performers, delegating projects and development opportunities. • Acts as a role model for championing Brand standards. Embraces the “Own It” mentality • Shares the company’s strategy and plans, including effective implementation and timely integration of designated tactics. • Encourages team to seek and share process improvement and innovation opportunities. • Participates in cross-functional teams and projects. • Follows company policies, upholds professional standards, and performs all work in a manner respectful of others. • Exhibits a professional image. Promotes and embodies our Values and Beliefs as outlined on the Gold Card. • Holds, leads, conducts monthly General Manager meetings. Desired Skills and Experience • High School Diploma required; College Degree preferred • Three to five plus years of multi-unit level restaurant experience • Three to five plus years of supervision of direct reports • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills • Demonstrated attention to detail, organization and deadline sensitivity skills • Demonstrated ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously • Demonstrated positive team oriented attitude • Demonstrated analytical, mathematical and reasoning skills Additional Position Requirements: Must live within geographic area being supported; ability to work extra hours (exempt), weekend hours, holiday hours, evening hours, as required; ability to accommodate the likelihood of a variable work schedule from week to week; travel within assigned area and throughout the organization as requested; driving on company business (requires valid driver’s license and auto insurance coverage meeting or exceeding state requirements for property damage and bodily injury). Compensation Range: $83,200 - $110,000 / year, Plus Monthly Profit Share.  Competitive Salary, Profit Sharing/Bonus, Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k with match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Auto Allowance, Flexible Schedule Why Work for Flynn Panera? Flynn Panera is a growing franchise that offers stability, opportunity for advancement as well as a great environment, training and benefits. We are committed to helping each employee work and live to his or her fullest potential. For a copy of Flynn Group’s Workplace Privacy Notice, please visit https://flynn.com/privacy-policy/

Oversee restaurant operations, ensure customer satisfaction, manage staff, control costs, and maintain safety and quality standards. | At least 3 years of restaurant management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage a team effectively. | Flynn Group entered the Panera system in 2015 with the acquisition of 47 cafes. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 2nd largest Panera franchisee in the world and continue to grow by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. Flynn Panera is a franchisee of Panera Bread. Flynn Panera is built on a decentralized business model, which means that each geographic area is led by a Market Leader. Reporting to the ML are Area Directors, who are multiple unit operators, responsible for the overall functions of the cafés in their areas. Reporting to the Area Directors are the General Managers, who are the chief Cafe managers responsible for the overall running of their café. Aiding the management of the Cafe are Assistant Managers, who are responsible for running of their departments and who help with every-day management responsibilities. Rounding out the cafe leadership are Team Managers. We strive to hire only the best, starting with our leadership. Our leaders within Flynn Panera have over 190+ years of experience in the restaurant industry, and 60+ years with Flynn Group. We are one of seven premier brands of Flynn Group, which was founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn. It has grown since then to the largest franchise operator in the world. Flynn owns and operates a diversified portfolio of restaurants in iconic, world class brands across diverse segments, including Applebee’s, Arby’s, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Planet Fitness. Our primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands. We will achieve this by focusing on our core values; Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One. Position Description When you join Flynn Panera, as a General Manager, you join in our belief that food should not only taste good, but also be good for you. As a General Manager, you will be a part of something special where you will have the opportunity to connect with our amazing customers, impact our growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country. Come make a difference with Panera as a General Manager today! This is a great opportunity to hone and develop your management skills in preparation for advancement with Flynn - Panera. General Managers at our growing cafes supervise up to 60 staff members to ensure a top-quality service experience for our guests. • As a Manager at Panera Bread, you would be responsible for providing outstanding leadership to your team. • You should be passionate about the industry, inspiring others, coaching, counseling, creating a profitable environment, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. • Our managers must maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality, and facility management. At Panera Bread, warmth is our business. It's what we do best. We look for like-minded individuals who are ready to surround themselves with fresh food and great people. • We are looking for experienced restaurant professionals with a steady, stable employment track record, attention to detail, and outstanding interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing concept. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Restaurant management combines strategic planning, shift organization and day-to-day management activities. At Panera Bread, restaurant management is fast paced, highly demanding and very rewarding. • Demonstrates sustainable long-term success, and the ability to maintain a profitable business. • Ensures prompt, friendly service according to company guidelines, achieving established objectives of the unit on customer feedback reports. • Directs overall activities and performance of employees on a shift-by-shift basis. • Creates an Employer of Choice environment by encouraging a culture in accordance with Flynn Panera values and beliefs. • Ensures the immediate response and rectifying of all guest complaints. • Ensures guest contact as a priority with completion of required table visits established Flynn Panera standards. • Maintains adequate inventory levels and adjusts par levels as needed. • Ensures product preparation and presentation uncompromisingly meets company standards, using line checks to Flynn Panera standards. • Effectively oversees/schedules employees to meet sales demands. • Maintains effective safety and security programs according to company policy and government standards. • Corrects unsafe practices or conditions. • Promotes and leads restaurant organization, cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with Ecosure and Health Department standards. • Performs routine maintenance and immediately advises Area Director of needed repairs. Institutes preventive maintenance and needed repairs of building and all equipment. • Advises Area Director of any non-routine situations. • Communicates with other managers daily through management log and shift change meetings and weekly through manager meetings. • Ensures quality recruitment and referrals of potential management candidates. • Maintains a trained staff through effective use of employment orientation, individual training sessions, employee meetings and implementation of company polices and training sessions. • Ensures the constant development of employees through consistent heart-checks, one-on-one meetings and performance reviews, assessing the effectiveness of employees, providing candid, fair feedback and continuously working with employees on their areas of development. • Ensures accurate staffing levels, using detailed interviews and company guidelines for proper selection of employees, based on competency identification. • Partners with Area Director and Human Resources when additional staffing support is needed. • Ensures acceptable employee performance and documents situations that require or could lead to disciplinary or corrective actions, involving the Area Director and Human Resources when investigations need to take place. • Responsible for controlling costs in the restaurant by closely managing the Profit and Loss statement on a period-by-period basis. • Ensures objectives are achieved while operating within all company guidelines, cultural values and following ethical business practices. • Completes all other assigned duties and responsibilities. Education and Experience • At least 3 years restaurant management experience • Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred • Serve Safe Food Certification a plus • Must have the “Run it Like you Own It Mentality” Perks for our employees: • Competitive Salary • Profit Sharing (varies by Market) • Meal Discounts • Health Benefits • 401(k) Plan with Company Match • Paid Vacation • Development Opportunities Competitive Salary, Profit Sharing/Bonus (varies by Market), Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k with match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave General Manager Compensation: Starts at $83,200 / year Physical Standards: • Mobility required during the entire shift, up to 10 hours. • Standing for extended periods of time. • Ability to safely bend, reach, carry, and stoop. • Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively throughout a shift. The manager is responsible for performing the crucial responsibilities of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The manager should notify Flynn Panera of any reasonable accommodation requests and may need to provide supporting medical documentation. This job description may not list all duties for this position and the manager in this position may be required to perform other duties to meet business needs. Flynn Panera reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the associate or Flynn Panera may terminate employment at any time. Why Work for Flynn Panera? Flynn Panera is a growing franchise within Flynn Group that offers stability, opportunity for advancement as well as a great environment, training and benefits. We are committed to helping each employee work and live to their fullest potential within a culture you won't want to quit! Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!

Lead and develop restaurant team members, ensure high standards of food quality and guest experience, and support operational excellence. | Minimum 1+ years of restaurant management experience, ServSafe certification or ability to obtain, and flexible hours including nights and weekends. | Team Manager Lead with purpose. Grow with support. At Panera, our leaders are celebrated for bringing out the best in their teams. Enjoy great perks, a welcoming culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact—every day. Get ready to rise and come join the fun where you will be a part of making the familiar fantastic! Because at Panera, the best thing of bread is sharing it! What’s In It for You? Competitive pay & eligible for quarterly bonuses Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available Career advancement & leadership development opportunities Tuition discounts Perks & rewards for team members Team member assistance program And much, much more! As a Team Manager, you’ll be part of the bakery-cafe’s leadership team, helping to run great shifts, support team development, and maintain the high standards our guests expect. As a Team Manager at Panera, Your Role Includes: Make sure every guest is delighted by the quality of our food, service, and staff. Build engaging relationships that lead to long-term, loyal guests. Lead, manager and develop team members by coaching, inspiring, and motivating them to exceed goals in sales, speed, order accuracy, and guest experience – and celebrate their achievements along the way. Participate in the interviewing and selection process. Train the team in food safety standards and ensure they are maintained. Help build our Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust. This Opportunity Is for You If: Minimum age: 18 years of age. 1+ years of restaurant management experience preferred. Proven ability to lead great shifts while directing, motivating, coaching and developing others in a fast-paced environment. ServSafe certification (or ability to achieve certification). This role requires flexible hours including nights and weekends in a faced-paced environment with shifting priorities. Any job offer for this position is conditional upon the results of a background check. While performing this job, the Team Manager role is regularly required to: 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. Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors by making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions and taking initiative, working (and winning) as a team, having fun and celebrating success, and seeing the best in others! __ Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. 600689 Farmington Hills, MI - Twelve Mile Road With more than 2,000 Panera LLC and independent franchise bakery-cafes in the Panera Bread® family, and more locations opening all the time, it’s no wonder our company has been an excellent source of career and personal growth opportunities for more than 25 years. In neighborhoods across the U.S. and Canada, customers enjoy flavorful, handcrafted meals centered around freshly baked artisan bread. To us, that means serving food like we serve our own families – free of any of the items on our ‘No No’ List. Along the way, we also like to give back to our community. We enjoy working together, shoulder to shoulder with our customers, to confront a serious problem plaguing communities across this country – Hunger. Through our Panera Cares community cafes, we offer a dignified dining experience in an uplifting environment. In addition, we support our communities through day-end donations at our bakery-cafe locations and partner with local non-profit organizations. It’s this warmth that you’ll find when you join Panera Bread. From our competitive compensation and benefits packages to our unique cultural values, we’re confident you’ll find us a rewarding and fun place to work.

Oversee restaurant operations, manage staff, ensure customer satisfaction, and control costs. | At least 2-3 years of hospitality management experience, with a preference for hospitality or restaurant management education or certifications. | Flynn Group entered the Panera system in 2015 with the acquisition of 47 cafes. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 2nd largest Panera franchisee in the world and continue to grow by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. Flynn Panera is a franchisee of Panera Bread. Flynn Panera is built on a decentralized business model, which means that each geographic area is led by a Market Leader. Reporting to the ML are Area Directors, who are multiple unit operators, responsible for the overall functions of the cafés in their areas. Reporting to the Area Directors are the General Managers, who are the chief Cafe managers responsible for the overall running of their café. Aiding the management of the Cafe are Assistant Managers, who are responsible for running of their departments and who help with every-day management responsibilities. Rounding out the cafe leadership are Team Managers. We strive to hire only the best, starting with our leadership. Our leaders within Flynn Panera have over 190+ years of experience in the restaurant industry, and 60+ years with Flynn Group. We are one of seven premier brands of Flynn Group, which was founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn. It has grown since then to the largest franchise operator in the world. Flynn owns and operates a diversified portfolio of restaurants in iconic, world class brands across diverse segments, including Applebee’s, Arby’s, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Planet Fitness. Our primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands. We will achieve this by focusing on our core values; Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One. Position Description Our Panera Bread cafes are upscale, friendly cafes which feature baked breads and pastries. We serve made-to-order soups, salads and sandwiches as well as specialty espresso beverages. No Fryers and No Late Nights. We’re known for our artisan breads, quality soups, salads and sandwiches which results in a grease and alcohol-free environment for our associates. As a manager, this means no late nights, but we do hope you’re a morning person. Managers at our growing cafes supervise up to 75 staff members to ensure a top quality service experience for our guests • As a Manager at Panera Bread you would be responsible for providing outstanding leadership to your team. • You should be passionate about the industry, inspiring others, coaching, counseling, creating a profitable environment, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. • Our Managers must maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality and safety, and facility management. At Panera Bread, warmth is our business. It's what we do best. We look for like-minded individuals who are ready to surround themselves with fresh food and great people. • We are looking for experienced restaurant professionals with a steady, stable employment track record, attention to detail, and outstanding interpersonal skills. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a rapidly growing concept. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Restaurant management combines strategic planning, shift organization and day-to-day management activities. At Panera Bread, restaurant management is fast paced, highly demanding and very rewarding. Typical work activities for Restaurant Managers: • Taking responsibility for the overall business performance of the restaurant, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities management, bakery operations, and catering. • Analyzing and planning restaurant sales levels and profitability • Creating and executing plans for sustained profitability • Primary conduit of information between the associate and the management team • Retaining and developing the team members and managers • Manages a budget and controlling costs • Coordinating the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts • Greeting customers and doing table visits to ensure customer satisfaction • Inspire associates to have fun and be their authentic selves while generating high productivity • Coach and mentor associates through One-on-One’s, Performance Documentation and Performance Reviews • Anticipates problems and takes action to prevent them • Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions • Serves as a primary specialist within the bakery‐cafe, ensuring associates are properly trained and fully competent in all aspects of food service and customer support: • Recruiting and training staff to meet staffing par levels • Ensures objectives are achieved while operating within all company guidelines, cultural values and following ethical business practices. • Exhibits a professional image. Promotes and embodies our Values and Beliefs as outlined on the Premier Card. Education and Experience • At least 2-3 years Hospitality Management experience • A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred • Food Management Certifications also a plus • Must have the “Run it Like you Own It Mentality” Perks for our employees: • Competitive wages • Profit Sharing (varies by Market) • Meal Discounts • Medical, dental and vision insurance available the month after you start • 401(k) plan with a company match • Paid vacation • Development opportunities Competitive wages plus tips, Flexible work schedules, Meal discounts, Medical/Dental/Vision, HSA, Short/Long Term Disability, Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, AD&D, Legal, Paid Sick Leave Hourly Assistant Manager Compensation Range: $23.00 - $27 per hour; Plus Monthly Profit Share, 5 hours of overtime each week Physical Standards: • Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to ten (10) hours in length. • Must have the ability to safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds in weight. • Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication. • Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment. The associate is responsible for performing the crucial responsibilities of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The associate should notify Flynn Panera of any reasonable accommodation requests and may need to provide supporting medical documentation. This job description may not list all duties for this position and the associate in this position may be required to perform other duties to meet business needs. Flynn Panera, reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the associate or Flynn Panera may terminate employment at any time. Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!

Manage restaurant operations, lead and develop staff, ensure customer satisfaction, and control costs. | At least 2-3 years of hospitality management experience, with a preference for a degree or equivalent experience in hospitality or restaurant management. | Flynn Group entered the Panera system in 2015 with the acquisition of 47 cafes. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 2nd largest Panera franchisee in the world and continue to grow by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. Flynn Panera is a franchisee of Panera Bread. Flynn Panera is built on a decentralized business model, which means that each geographic area is led by a Market Leader. Reporting to the ML are Area Directors, who are multiple unit operators, responsible for the overall functions of the cafés in their areas. Reporting to the Area Directors are the General Managers, who are the chief Cafe managers responsible for the overall running of their café. Aiding the management of the Cafe are Assistant Managers, who are responsible for running of their departments and who help with every-day management responsibilities. Rounding out the cafe leadership are Team Managers. We strive to hire only the best, starting with our leadership. Our leaders within Flynn Panera have over 190+ years of experience in the restaurant industry, and 60+ years with Flynn Group. We are one of seven premier brands of Flynn Group, which was founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn. It has grown since then to the largest franchise operator in the world. Flynn owns and operates a diversified portfolio of restaurants in iconic, world class brands across diverse segments, including Applebee’s, Arby’s, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Planet Fitness. Our primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of these brands. We will achieve this by focusing on our core values; Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One. Position Description Our Panera Bread cafes are upscale, friendly cafes which feature baked breads and pastries. We serve made-to-order soups, salads and sandwiches as well as specialty espresso beverages. No Fryers and No Late Nights. We’re known for our artisan breads, quality soups, salads and sandwiches which results in a grease and alcohol-free environment for our associates. As a manager, this means no late nights, but we do hope you’re a morning person. Managers at our growing cafes supervise up to 75 staff members to ensure a top quality service experience for our guests • As a Manager at Panera Bread you would be responsible for providing outstanding leadership to your team. • You should be passionate about the industry, inspiring others, coaching, counseling, creating a profitable environment, and delivering an exceptional customer experience. • Our Managers must maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality and safety, and facility management. At Panera Bread, warmth is our business. It's what we do best. We look for like-minded individuals who are ready to surround themselves with fresh food and great people. • We are looking for experienced restaurant professionals with a steady, stable employment track record, attention to detail, and outstanding interpersonal skills. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a rapidly growing concept. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Restaurant management combines strategic planning, shift organization and day-to-day management activities. At Panera Bread, restaurant management is fast paced, highly demanding and very rewarding. Typical work activities for Restaurant Managers: • Taking responsibility for the overall business performance of the restaurant, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities management, bakery operations, and catering. • Analyzing and planning restaurant sales levels and profitability • Creating and executing plans for sustained profitability • Primary conduit of information between the associate and the management team • Retaining and developing the team members and managers • Manages a budget and controlling costs • Coordinating the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts • Greeting customers and doing table visits to ensure customer satisfaction • Inspire associates to have fun and be their authentic selves while generating high productivity • Coach and mentor associates through One-on-One’s, Performance Documentation and Performance Reviews • Anticipates problems and takes action to prevent them • Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions • Serves as a primary specialist within the bakery‐cafe, ensuring associates are properly trained and fully competent in all aspects of food service and customer support: • Recruiting and training staff to meet staffing par levels • Ensures objectives are achieved while operating within all company guidelines, cultural values and following ethical business practices. • Exhibits a professional image. Promotes and embodies our Values and Beliefs as outlined on the Premier Card. Education and Experience • At least 2-3 years Hospitality Management experience • A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred • Food Management Certifications also a plus • Must have the “Run it Like you Own It Mentality” Perks for our employees: • Competitive wages • Profit Sharing (varies by Market) • Meal Discounts • Medical, dental and vision insurance available the month after you start • 401(k) plan with a company match • Paid vacation • Development opportunities Competitive wages plus tips, Flexible work schedules, Meal discounts, Medical/Dental/Vision, HSA, Short/Long Term Disability, Life, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, AD&D, Legal, Paid Sick Leave Hourly Assistant Manager Compensation Range: $23.00 - $27 per hour; Plus Monthly Profit Share, 5 hours of overtime each week Physical Standards: • Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to ten (10) hours in length. • Must have the ability to safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds in weight. • Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication. • Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment. The associate is responsible for performing the crucial responsibilities of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The associate should notify Flynn Panera of any reasonable accommodation requests and may need to provide supporting medical documentation. This job description may not list all duties for this position and the associate in this position may be required to perform other duties to meet business needs. Flynn Panera, reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the associate or Flynn Panera may terminate employment at any time. Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!

Lead daily operations, support and develop team members, maintain quality and positive culture, and follow structured franchise procedures. | Previous management experience in a fast-paced environment, hands-on leadership, team development skills, flexible availability, reliable transportation, and strong communication. | Ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced, rewarding environment? If you're passionate about leading a team, creating positive customer experiences, and growing your skills, we want YOU to be our next Assistant Manager! As a franchise with a corporate structure, we provide a clear path for success, where every process and decision is backed by purpose and reason. We're looking for a dynamic, hands-on leader to help us manage operations, support our crew, and ensure we deliver the best experience for our guests. What You’ll Do: • Lead from the Front: As an Assistant Manager, you’ll be hands-on with the team, ensuring smooth daily operations while jumping in and helping wherever needed (production, prep, dining, baking, and customer service). • Manage Operations: Oversee the production line, maintain quality standards, and ensure the team is operating at peak performance. • Support & Develop Your Team: Lead by example, provide structured training, mentorship, and feedback to help your younger crew members grow and succeed. • Maintain a Positive Culture: You’ll create a high-energy, clean, and positive atmosphere—whether you’re coaching your team or serving guests, the goal is always to inspire excellence. • Follow Structured Procedures: We’re a franchise with a strong corporate backbone, meaning everything we do is backed by a proven system that’s designed for success. Why You’ll Love Working Here: • Performance-Based Growth: We believe in rewarding hard work with performance-based raises and promotions—your success is in your hands! • No Late Nights: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with shifts from 5 AM to 11 PM and a standard 45-hour work week. • Clean Eating & Environment: You’ll work in a company that prioritizes fresh, healthy food and a positive, supportive work environment. • Room to Grow: We provide clear pathways for career growth. Whether you’re aiming for a higher leadership role or want to expand your expertise, we’re dedicated to your development. • Structured Training: We offer thorough, hands-on training to set you up for success, and our corporate systems ensure you’ll always have the support you need. • Great Work-Life Balance: With our set shift times, you’ll have your evenings free to enjoy your personal life. What We’re Looking For: • Leadership Experience: You have previous management or supervisory experience, ideally in a fast-paced, production-based environment. • Hands-On Approach: You’re excited to roll up your sleeves and work alongside your team, ensuring quality and efficiency at every step. • Team Development: You’re skilled in coaching and mentoring younger crew members, helping them grow into top-performing team players. • Open Availability: You’re flexible and can work across various shifts within our operating hours of 5 AM-11 PM. • Reliable: You have a driver’s license, your own vehicle, and dependable transportation to get to work. • Positive Attitude & Strong Communication Skills: You excel in leading by example, motivating your team, and delivering exceptional results. • Must Be At Least 18 years Of Age If you’re looking for a structured, supportive, and growth-oriented environment where you can make a real impact, apply today and join us as an Assistant Manager at Panera Bread. Apply Now and Lead with Purpose! We are an equal opportunity employer We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility. Panera Bread is growing with more than 2000 Bakery-Cafes in the US, it's no wonder our company has been an excellent source of career and personal growth opportunities for more than 25 years! As a Franchisee of Panera Bread, Covelli Enterprises owns and operates 300+ locations and employs more than 25,000 people! We value our employees and ensure our people are well trained for them to be successful in their roles with our company!

Lead design, analysis, and reporting of brand and marketing research projects to provide actionable consumer insights and support strategic growth opportunities. | 5-7 years experience in qualitative and quantitative research, expertise in brand and ad tracking, strong communication skills, and preferably an MBA. | Sr Manager, Customer Insights This role will be the customer insights lead for brand and marketing research at Panera. The person will work across key internal teams to help identify and size strategic growth opportunities, as well as develop and optimize brand health reporting for the company. Strong communication and collaboration skills will help ensure success in this role. This role follows a hybrid work model. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of either Fenton, MO or Newton, MA, and are required to work onsite three days per week. Duties & Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to: • Lead design, fieldwork, analysis and reporting for research projects to answer key business questions. This will include particular focus on • Design: Work with business partners across the Panera organization to identify business issues and opportunities, translate these into research objectives, and recommend appropriate research solutions to act against them • Results: think and interrogate the data/results in order to provide a cohesive, strong, impactful story that answers the business partners key questions that are tangible and action oriented • Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the business, effectively to be considered part of their team and a go to expert • Provide an informed and objective perspective as a subject matter expert to business critical requests for consumer insights, effectively becoming the objective “voice of the consumer” • Monitor market, consumer, competitive trends to identify opportunities and risks for the business • Manage relationship with our core trusted vendors, and occasionally help identify potential new vendors as needed for new projects Qualifications (Education & Experience) Prior Experience: • Five to seven years of prior job-related experience required • Experience with both qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including • Brand Tracking, Ad Tracking and Pre-Testing, Creative and Message Testing • Segmentation, market structure and other strategic consumer analyses eg. drivers for growth • Trend identification and monitoring • Market research project management, including data analysis, interpretation, survey design and implementation, and report writing • Food service industry experience a plus Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to present complicated analytical material in a concise and compelling manner • Ability to work independently • Skill in data analysis, including statistical and competitive evaluation and synthesis • Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods (surveys, focus groups, IDIs, etc.) • Working knowledge of syndicated data sources for brand health and ad measurement • Working knowledge of survey tools (e.g. Qualtrics) • Working knowledge of ad measurement tools (Ace Metrix) • Knowledge of appropriate statistical techniques and ability to explain results easily to end users • Strong organizational and time management skills • Strong writing and presentation skills Education • BA/BS in business, market research, statistics, economics or other related field • MBA preferred Physical Requirements • While performing this job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, sit, talk hear & use hands and fingers to operate keyboards Direct Reports • No direct reports at this time Newton Support Center