Panera Bread
General Manager
$67K–$82K
601152 Chicago, IL - West Fullerton Avenue · Manager · Full-time · Posted Aug 3, 2026
- Experience
- 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience preferred.
About the job
Leads a Panera bakery-cafe’s team and operations, overseeing staffing, performance, guest service, safety, costs, and inventory.
What you'll do
- Manage staffing, scheduling, hiring, training, performance, and team development.
- Ensure operational, quality, food-safety, and guest-service standards are met.
- Manage costs and inventory while implementing company policies and initiatives.
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.
- Ability to lead, motivate, coach, and develop others in a fast-paced environment; flexible hours including nights and weekends.
Nice to have
- 3+ years of restaurant General Manager experience.
Pay
$67,000-$82,000 USD base salary
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