Panera Bread
Catering Lead
601605 Mount Prospect, IL - Elmhurst Road · Full-time · Posted Oct 8, 2026
About the job
Manages Panera catering orders and helps guests plan events, with a focus on friendly service, accurate and timely delivery, and food safety.
What you'll do
- Manage and produce catering orders, communicate with guests, and follow up to ensure satisfaction.
- Assist with deliveries and promote Panera Catering to local businesses, schools, and events.
- Maintain food safety and food-quality standards and support managers and team members.
What they ask for
- At least 18 years old; complete basic food-safety training and hold a Food Handler’s Card where required by law.
- Own a vehicle suitable for deliveries and have an acceptable driving record; safely operate a passenger motor vehicle.
- Flexible availability, including nights and weekends; able to lift, carry, push, or pull 25–50 pounds and stand or walk for up to 3 hours.
- Effective communication, organization, and time-management skills; able to work with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.
Pay
$16.00 - $19.25 USD base salary
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