General Manager - Panera Bread Long Island City

General Manager – Panera BreadAt Panera Bread, we believe food should be good and the people who serve it should be even better. As a General Manager, you'll lead a high-performing team, create an exceptional guest experience, and drive the success of one of our neighborhood cafes. As part of Doherty Enterprises, one of the largest restaurant franchisees in the Northeast, you'll have the opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people. With more than 55 Panera Breads across New York we offer real opportunities for growth and advancement. We're looking for General Managers who inspire others, embrace challenges, and are passionate about developing great teams. If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career with one of the region's premier restaurant companies, we'd love to hear from you. As a General Manager, you will: Lead all daily cafe operations, ensuring outstanding food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction. Recruit, hire, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing management and hourly team. Foster a positive, inclusive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and guest service. Drive sales, profitability, labor management, and cost controls while achieving business goals. Ensure operational excellence by maintaining Panera brand standards and food safety compliance. Develop future leaders through coaching, training, and succession planning. Analyze business results and create action plans to improve café performance. Build relationships within the local community to increase café awareness and guest loyalty.