Restaurant Shift Lead - Team Tips!

Job DescriptionReal 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.