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Manager

Panera Bread
Kalamazoo, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/8/2026

Come Join Panera Bread– an award-winning leader in the restaurant industry and employer of choice for 2022 and 2023!


We are also proud to be named a Top Workplace for 2024!


 

What’s in it for you?


  • A comprehensive benefit package including health, dental and vision
  • Paid time off
  • 401k plus match
  • A scholarship program
  • An employee assistance fund
  • Free counseling services
  • We offer Daily Pay – access your pay when you need it! (CA locations exempt)
  • Opportunities for growth
  • And much more!

 

We are looking for leaders that care, and are passionate about taking care of our people and our guests. Assistant General Managers play a multi-faceted role, supporting the General Manager but also hands on with training, coaching and hiring team members.


We are committed to maintaining the standards that make Panera Bread special as well as keeping the team's energy and motivation high so that our guests are sure to enjoy the level of guest service that Panera is known for.


You make Warmth, Belonging, Growth and Trust of Panera a reality with your team.

 

This opportunity is for you if:

 

  • You enjoy people and have great communication skills
  • You like the hustle and bustle of the hospitality industry
  • You want to lead a fun, energized team that works hard and laughs often
  • You can keep cool under pressure and deal with multiple types of people in a calm and professional manner
  • You can work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
  • You are committed to food safety
  • You want to learn, grow and expand your career as well as developing others
  • You want to have a positive impact on your customers and your community


You meet these requirements:

 

  • Proven ability to drive positive results
  • Minimum 3 years restaurant management experience
  • Proven ability to direct, motivate, coach and develop others in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to run great shifts
  • Demonstrated understanding of the business
  • ServSafe certification (or ability to pass)
  • Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs., and be able to bend, reach, push, pull, and stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations


Application Deadline - we accept applications for this position on an ongoing basis. There is no specific application deadline - we encourage anyone who is interested to submit an application at their convenience.

 

We are closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

 

Click here to see the impact that we've made across our communities - www.sharethedough.com

 

 Come grow with us – join one of the fastest growing concepts in the country!


 

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