Flynn Panera
About Flynn Panera
Flynn Panera is a franchisee of Panera Bread and part of the Flynn Group, the world’s largest franchise operator. Our Panera cafes are upscale, friendly locations that serve baked breads, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches, and specialty espresso beverages.
Position Description We are seeking a day‑time Restaurant Manager to lead a team of up to 75 staff members at a growing boutique cafe. As manager, you will ensure a top‑quality service experience, maintain high standards of cleanliness, food quality, and safety, and drive profitability through strong leadership and operational excellence.
No Fryers and No Late Nights Our establishments focus on artisan breads and a grease‑free, alcohol‑free environment, meaning managers enjoy a daytime schedule. Morning enthusiasm is required.
Key Responsibilities
Provide outstanding leadership to your team, inspiring passion, coaching, and counseling.
Maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality and safety, and facility management.
Create and execute profitable plans while ensuring exceptional customer experience.
Recruit, train, and develop staff to meet staffing and performance goals.
Manage budgeting, labor, marketing, and scheduling to achieve financial targets.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for business performance, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities management, bakery operations, and catering.
Analyze and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability; create and execute sustained profitability plans.
Serve as primary conduit of information between staff and management.
Retain and develop team members and managers.
Manage a budget and control costs.
Coordinating the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts.
Conduct table visits to ensure customer satisfaction.
Coach and mentor associates through one‑on‑one meetings, performance documentation, and reviews.
Anticipate problems and take action to prevent them.
Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions.
Ensure associate competence in all aspects of food service and customer support, with appropriate training.
Recruit and train staff to meet staffing par levels.
Ensure objectives are achieved while operating within company guidelines, cultural values, and ethical business practices.
Exhibit a professional image and promote the company’s values and beliefs.
Qualifications
At least 2–3 years of hospitality or restaurant management experience.
A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred.
Food Management Certifications are a plus.
Must possess the “Run it Like You Own It” mentality.
Physical Standards
Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for up to ten (10) hours.
Must safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication.
Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.
Benefits
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Flynn Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation throughout the application process, please let us know.
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Position Description We are seeking a day‑time Restaurant Manager to lead a team of up to 75 staff members at a growing boutique cafe. As manager, you will ensure a top‑quality service experience, maintain high standards of cleanliness, food quality, and safety, and drive profitability through strong leadership and operational excellence.
No Fryers and No Late Nights Our establishments focus on artisan breads and a grease‑free, alcohol‑free environment, meaning managers enjoy a daytime schedule. Morning enthusiasm is required.
Key Responsibilities
Provide outstanding leadership to your team, inspiring passion, coaching, and counseling.
Maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality and safety, and facility management.
Create and execute profitable plans while ensuring exceptional customer experience.
Recruit, train, and develop staff to meet staffing and performance goals.
Manage budgeting, labor, marketing, and scheduling to achieve financial targets.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for business performance, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities management, bakery operations, and catering.
Analyze and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability; create and execute sustained profitability plans.
Serve as primary conduit of information between staff and management.
Retain and develop team members and managers.
Manage a budget and control costs.
Coordinating the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts.
Conduct table visits to ensure customer satisfaction.
Coach and mentor associates through one‑on‑one meetings, performance documentation, and reviews.
Anticipate problems and take action to prevent them.
Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions.
Ensure associate competence in all aspects of food service and customer support, with appropriate training.
Recruit and train staff to meet staffing par levels.
Ensure objectives are achieved while operating within company guidelines, cultural values, and ethical business practices.
Exhibit a professional image and promote the company’s values and beliefs.
Qualifications
At least 2–3 years of hospitality or restaurant management experience.
A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred.
Food Management Certifications are a plus.
Must possess the “Run it Like You Own It” mentality.
Physical Standards
Must be able to stand and exert well‑paced mobility for up to ten (10) hours.
Must safely lift pots, pans, glassware, boxes, etc. up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to read and write to facilitate communication.
Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.
Benefits
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Flynn Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation throughout the application process, please let us know.
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