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Panera - Flynn Group

Assistant Manager

manhattan, KS

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Panera - Flynn Group lists this Assistant Manager opportunity in manhattan, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Position Description

Our Panera Bread cafes are upscale, friendly cafes which feature baked breads and pastries. We serve made-to-order soups, salads and sandwiches as well as specialty espresso beverages.

No Fryers and No Late Nights. We're known for our artisan breads, quality soups, salads and sandwiches which results in a grease and alcohol-free environment for our associates. As a manager, this means no late nights, but we do hope you're a morning person.

Managers at our growing cafes supervise up to 75 staff members to ensure a top quality service experience for our guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Restaurant management combines strategic planning, shift organization and day-to-day management activities. At Panera Bread, restaurant management is fast paced, highly demanding and very rewarding.

Typical work activities for Restaurant Managers:

Taking responsibility for the overall business performance of the restaurant, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities management, bakery operations, and catering.

Analyzing and planning restaurant sales levels and profitability

Creating and executing plans for sustained profitability

Primary conduit of information between the associate and the management team

Retaining and developing the team members and managers

Manages a budget and controlling costs

Coordinating the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts

Greeting customers and doing table visits to ensure customer satisfaction

Inspire associates to have fun and be their authentic selves while generating high productivity

Coach and mentor associates through One-on-One's, Performance Documentation and Performance Reviews

Anticipates problems and takes action to prevent them

Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions

Serves as a primary specialist within the bakery‐cafe, ensuring associates are properly trained and fully competent in all aspects of food service and customer support:

Recruiting and training staff to meet staffing par levels

Ensures objectives are achieved while operating within all company guidelines, cultural values and following ethical business practices.

Exhibits a professional image. Promotes and embodies our Values and Beliefs as outlined on the Premier Card.

Education and Experience

At least 2-3 years Hospitality Management experience

A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred

Food Management Certifications also a plus

Must have the "Run it Like you Own It Mentality"

Perks for our employees:

Competitive wages

Profit Sharing (varies by Market)

Meal Discounts

Medical, dental and vision insurance available the month after you start

401(k) plan with a company match

Paid vacation

Development opportunities

Physical Standards:

Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to ten (10) hours in length.

Must have the ability to safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds in weight.

Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication.

Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.

The associate is responsible for performing the crucial responsibilities of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The associate should notify Flynn Panera of any reasonable accommodation requests and may need to provide supporting medical documentation. This job description may not list all duties for this position and the associate in this position may be required to perform other duties to meet business needs. Flynn Panera, reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the associate or Flynn Panera may terminate employment at any time.

Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations/adjustments for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team!

Worksite address

manhattan, KS, 66506, US

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