Assistant Manager

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Flynn Group entered the Panera system in 2015 with the acquisition of 47 cafés. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 2nd largest Panera franchisee in the world and continue to grow by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators.

Flynn Panera is a franchisee of Panera Bread. Flynn Panera is built on a decentralized business model, which means that each geographic area is led by a Market Leader. Reporting to the Market Leader are Area Directors, who are multiple unit operators responsible for the overall functions of the cafés in their areas. Reporting to the Area Directors are the General Managers, who are the chief café managers responsible for the overall running of their cafés.

Assistant Managers aid the General Managers in running their departments and help with day‑day management responsibilities.

We strive to hire only the best, starting with our leadership. Our leaders within Flynn Panera have over 190+ years of experience in the restaurant industry, and 60+ years with Flynn Group.

We are one of seven premier brands of Flynn Group, founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn. Flynn owns and operates a diversified portfolio of restaurants in iconic, world‑class brands across diverse segments, including Applebee's, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's and Planet Fitness.

Our Panera Bread cafés are upscale, friendly cafés featuring 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, resulting in a grease‑free 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 cafés supervise up to 75 staff members to ensure a top‑quality service experience for our guests.

• Provide outstanding leadership to your team.
• Passionately inspire others, coach, counsel, create a profitable environment and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Maintain high standards of restaurant cleanliness, sanitation, food quality and safety, and facility management.
• Maintain steady, stable employment track‑record and exceptional interpersonal skills.

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.

• Take responsibility for the overall business performance of the restaurant, including ordering, scheduling, labor management, marketing, facilities management, bakery operations and catering.
• Analyze and plan restaurant sales levels and profitability.
• Create and execute plans for sustained profitability.
• Serve as the primary conduit of information between associates and the management team.
• Retain and develop team members and managers.
• Manage a budget and control costs.
• Coordinate the entire operation of the restaurant during scheduled shifts.
• Greet customers and conduct 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 sessions, performance documentation and performance reviews.
• Anticipate problems and take action to prevent them.
• Serve as the primary resource for resolving associate questions.
• Serve as a primary specialist within the bakery‑café, ensuring associates are properly trained and fully competent in all aspects of food service and customer support.
• Recruit and train staff to meet staffing par levels.
• Ensure objectives are achieved while operating within all company guidelines, cultural values and following ethical business practices.
• Exhibit a professional image. Promote and embody our values and beliefs as outlined on the Premier Card.

• At least 2–3 years of Hospitality Management experience.
• A degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is preferred.
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