Assistant Manager

Position Description

Flynn Panera is a franchisee of Panera Bread. Our cafes are upscale, friendly environments featuring baked breads, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches, and specialty espresso beverages.

We pride ourselves on a grease‑free, alcohol‑free kitchen with a focus on artisan breads and quality soups, salads, and sandwiches. As a manager, you will help maintain this environment and lead a team that delivers excellent service.

• Negotiate overall business performance, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities, bakery operations, and catering.
• Analyze and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability.
• Create and implement plans for sustained profitability, managing budgets and controlling costs.
• Provide information flow between associates and management.
• Recruit, train, retain, and develop team members and managers.
• Coordinate daily operations during scheduled shifts.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through greeting and table visits.
• Coach and mentor associates via One‑on‑One sessions, performance documentation, and reviews.
• Prevent problems by anticipating and taking timely action.
• Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions.
• Maintain bakery‑cafe training and operations, ensuring personnel are competent in all aspects of food service and customer support.
• Comply with company guidelines, cultural values, and ethical business practices.

• Minimum of 2‑3 years in Hospitality Management.
• A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality, Hotel, or Restaurant Management is preferred.
• Food Management Certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated “Run it Like You Own It” mentality.

• Competitive wages.
• Profit sharing (varies by market).
• Meal discounts.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available the month after you start.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Development opportunities.

• Stand and walk for up to ten (10) hours.
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Read and write to facilitate communication.
• Possess finger and hand dexterity for small tools and equipment.

Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know.