Panera Bread
Director, Retail Operations - Louisville East
$112K–$134K
Saint Louis Support Center · Director · Full-time · Posted Oct 8, 2026
About the job
Leads retail operations across a market, developing cafe leaders and executing Panera standards to grow sales, profitability, and guest and associate satisfaction.
What you'll do
- Set market strategy and oversee execution of operating standards, business results, food quality, and safety.
- Coach and develop cafe management teams, build a talent pipeline, and hold leaders accountable.
- Ensure compliance with operational policies and employment, food, and workplace safety requirements.
What they ask for
- Strong understanding of business outcomes, including sales and profit drivers, P&L, and financial reports.
- Excellent communication, planning, prioritization, and coaching skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and basic computer functions.
- Must live in or be willing to relocate within the market; able to work long and unusual hours and travel up to 95% within the market.
Nice to have
- Multi-unit experience or related experience.
- Some college education/certification or related experience.
Pay
$111,808- $134,169 (base salary)
Tools
Microsoft Office, Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint
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