Panera Bread
General Manager
601995 Lebanon, TN - 639 South Cumberland Street · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026
- Experience
- 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
About the job
Leads a Panera bakery-cafe’s team and operations, including staffing, performance, guest service, food and safety standards, costs, and inventory.
What you'll do
- Lead staffing, scheduling, hiring, training, performance management, and team development.
- Oversee daily operations and ensure company procedures, quality standards, guest service, and regulatory compliance.
- Manage costs and inventory while maintaining a healthy, safe workplace and building guest loyalty.
What they ask for
- At least 18 years of age.
- ServSafe certification or ability to achieve it.
- Proven ability to drive positive results through business acumen and lead, motivate, coach, and develop others in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible availability, including nights and weekends; ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 25 pounds and stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
Nice to have
- 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience.
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