Manager in

Training Date Posted:

9 October 2026

Closing Date:

November 8, 2026

Recruiter:

Panera Bread Location:

New Hyde Park, New York Salary:

USD57,000

to

USD68,000

Job Type & Industry:

Education, Training & Recruitment Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

3013389057-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Panera Bread is seeking a Manager in Training to learn all aspects of Restaurant General Manager operations in our Food & Beverage environment. In this hands-on role, you'll support daily cafe operations, lead and coach associates, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You'll learn inventory control, scheduling, food safety, and cash management while upholding Panera's standards for quality, cleanliness, and service. With structured training, mentoring, and a team-oriented culture, this role prepares you for rapid growth into a General Manager position within our warm, community-focused bakery-cafes. Responsibilities Support Restaurant General Manager with day-to-day cafe operations Learn and apply Panera's systems for scheduling, inventory, and ordering Ensure outstanding guest service and promptly resolve customer concerns Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness Assist in training, coaching, and motivating cafe associates Monitor labor, food cost, and cash handling to meet targets Support execution of marketing and promotional initiatives Help ensure compliance with company policies and health regulations Contribute to a positive, team-oriented, and inclusive work culture Prepare for promotion by completing Manager in Training coursework and milestones Required Skills Restaurant operations management Team leadership and supervision Customer service management Food safety and sanitation (Serv Safe-level knowledge) Cash handling and basic financial reporting Staff scheduling and labor management Inventory control and ordering Point-of-sale (POS) systems Conflict resolution and guest recovery Training and onboarding of staff