Catering Lead Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on327, Latrobe Street, Youngstown, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, 15696, United States
Flynn Group entered the Panera system in 2015 with the acquisition of 47 cafes. Since then, we have more than tripled in size to become the 2nd largest Panera franchisee in the world, continuing to grow by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. As one of seven premier brands within Flynn Group, we are built on a decentralized business model where each geographic area is led by a Market Leader. Our leadership team brings over 190 years of combined experience in the restaurant industry, with more than 60 years specifically with Flynn Group.
Our primary mission is to be the premier operator within each of our iconic brands. We achieve this by focusing on our core values: Care Genuinely for People, Play like a Champion, and Win as One. We strive to hire only the best, starting with our leadership, and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where employees can work and live to their fullest potential.
Our Panera Bread cafes are upscale, friendly environments featuring artisan baked breads, pastries, made-to-order soups, salads, and specialty espresso beverages. We pride ourselves on a grease and alcohol-free environment with a "No Fryers and No Late Nights" policy, making us a great place for morning people to thrive.
As a Catering Lead, you will be part of something special, connecting with amazing customers and serving local communities across the country. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in catering and sales while preparing for a potential career path within Panera. You will process, prepare, and deliver orders, organize teams for large catering events, and manage existing accounts to ensure ongoing repeat sales. Working closely with café teams and the Regional Catering Sales Manager, you will create targeted game plans to increase catering sales through strategic planning, cold calling, and effective closing techniques. Your focus will be on delivering an exceptional customer experience, following up promptly on all requests, and maintaining high standards of service.
Flynn Panera offers stability, opportunity for advancement, and a great environment filled with training and benefits. We are looking for like-minded individuals who are passionate about the industry, ready to inspire others, and dedicated to creating a profitable environment. If you are an experienced restaurant professional with a steady track record, attention to detail, and outstanding interpersonal skills, we want to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you require any accommodation or adjustments throughout the application process, please let us know.
We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our premier team. Please submit your application to begin the process of joining a rapidly growing concept.
Work model: On-site
327, Latrobe Street, Youngstown, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, 15696, United States
Youngstown, Pennsylvania
Experience in catering and sales.
Skills: Catering, Sales, Cold Calling, Presentation Skills, Closing Sales Techniques, Outlook Calendar, Email Communication.
Education: High School degree or equivalent required.