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Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Grandville, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Grand Haven, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Caledonia, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Jackson, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Saint Joseph, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Traverse City, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Petoskey, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Gaylord, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own the success of the catering operations * Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach ... Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Trenton, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests ... Manage and produce catering orders for our guests. * Create memorable experiences with warm ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Southgate, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests ... Manage and produce catering orders for our guests. * Create memorable experiences with warm ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Ann Arbor, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests ... Manage and produce catering orders for our guests. * Create memorable experiences with warm ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Utica, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests ... Manage and produce catering orders for our guests. * Create memorable experiences with warm ...

Panera Bread

Catering Lead

Plymouth, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Catering Lead at Panera, you play a crucial role in our catering operations. You help guests ... Manage and produce catering orders for our guests. * Create memorable experiences with warm ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for catering operations manager in Michigan is $56,833.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,900.00 and $62,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a catering operations manager?

A Catering Operations Manager oversees the planning, execution, and logistics of catering events to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction. They coordinate with clients, manage staff, handle budgets, and ensure food safety regulations are met. Their role involves supervising food preparation, managing inventory, and addressing any operational challenges. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

What are some common challenges faced by catering operations managers, and how are they addressed?

Catering Operations Managers often encounter challenges such as last-minute changes to event details, managing diverse teams in high-pressure situations, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. To address these, they rely on excellent planning and communication skills, as well as contingency planning for unexpected issues. Building strong vendor relationships and maintaining an adaptable approach can also help navigate logistical hurdles. Regular staff training and clear workflows contribute to a smoother operation, ensuring both client satisfaction and team efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a catering operations manager?

A Catering Operations Manager should have strong organizational and leadership abilities, experience in food service or hospitality management, and typically a relevant degree or diploma. Familiarity with event management software, scheduling tools, and food safety certifications such as ServSafe are often required. Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and customer service skills are essential for effective team supervision and client satisfaction. These skills help ensure smooth event execution, cost control, and consistently high service quality.

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Catering Lead

Panera Bread

Grandville, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Panera Bread rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 1,453 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 16 rated cafes

Job description

Come Join Panera Bread- an award-winning leader in the restaurant industry and employer of choice for 2022 and 2023!
We are also proud to be named a Top Workplace for 2024!
What's in it for you?
  • A competitive hourly wage PLUS TIPS!
  • A comprehensive benefit package including health, dental and vision
  • Paid time off
  • 401k plus match
  • A scholarship program
  • An employee assistance fund
  • Free counseling services
  • We offer Daily Pay - access your pay when you need it! (CA locations exempt)
  • Opportunities for growth
  • And much more!

In the role of Catering Lead, you will work in a fast-paced environment to ensure that our guests receive great food and service. You will be responsible to prepare and deliver all catered orders accurately and on time. You will also use your marketing and sales skills to generate new business for catering at Panera Bread.
This is a first shift position - typically Monday-Friday (occasional Saturdays) - hours are generally early morning to mid-afternoon. You can make GREAT TIPS!
As a Catering Lead you will:
  • Own the success of the catering operations
  • Take, place and prepare catering orders and teach others to do so effectively
  • Maintain accurate and detailed guest database, collect payments and follow up with catering guests to ensure satisfaction
  • Keep work area neat and clean while following all safety and sanitation procedures
  • Display an ability to interact positively with all team members, managers and guests on a consistent basis

This opportunity is for you if:
  • You have a valid driver license, clean drivers record and reliable transportation for local deliveries
  • You have proof of insurance
  • You have excellent customer service skills - are polite, courteous, respectful, and maintain a professional appearance.
  • You are organized and detail oriented
  • You have the ability to communicate effectively with guests and your teammates
  • You are able to work a flexible schedule with early start times
  • You are over the age of 18
  • You have food service or retail sales experience (preferred but not required)
  • You must be able to lift up to 45 lbs, and be able to bend, reach, push, pull, and stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations

Application Deadline - we accept applications for this position on an ongoing basis. There is no specific application deadline - we encourage anyone who is interested to submit an application at their convenience.
We are closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Click here to see the impact that we've made across our communities - www.sharethedough.com
Come grow with us - join one of the fastest growing concepts in the country!

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About Panera Bread

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Panera began in 1987 as St. Louis Bread Company, a humble community bakery founded with a sourdough starter from San Francisco and a dream of putting a loaf of bread in every arm. While our business has expanded well beyond St. Louis since then, that same sourdough starter is still used in our iconic sourdough bread and the craft of baking bread fresh each day remains at the heart of Panera Bread. Each day our trained bakers fill our bakery shelves with delicious freshly baked cookies, pastries, bagels, and a range of breads from focaccia to classic baguettes. We believe in serving delicious, freshly prepared, Clean food made with carefully selected ingredients that we are proud to serve our own families. Our menu, crafted by chefs and bakers, features classic, comforting dishes, each with an intriguing twist. We respect our planet and take measures to lessen our impacts. We believe in treating people with warmth, kindness, and respect, whether it’s a guest in our cafe or one of our associates. And we believe in helping our local communities, especially in times of need.

Industry

Restaurants

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1981

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