Panera Bread General Associate interview questions
based on 2 ratings - Updated Jan 16, 2026
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How others got an interview
50%
In Person
In Person
50%
Applied online
Applied online
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General Associate applicants have rated the interview process at Panera Bread with 1.5 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 50% positive. To compare, the company-average is 70.3% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
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I applied online. I interviewed at Panera Bread in Jan 2022
Interview
Very easy. I was asked about my work experience, to name my weaknesses and strengths, and why I would be a good fit. Was a very casual conversation and the personal interviewing even was showing me pictures on her phone.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Panera Bread (Marietta, GA) in Sep 2014
Interview
Very Basic there was a lack of questions that would mean anything to a future employee. I guess they kind of gauge you as a person with a pulse. If you don't get hired by them don't worry because they will feel sorry they don't have anyone. Just show that you have common sense and you should be more than fine.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Have you worked in food before?
Preferred hours a week?