Long, exhausting, stuck - Assistant Manager Panera Bread Employee Review

3.0
Nov 7, 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Strong diversity for a first job. Easy for advancement if at the right location. Great opportunity to meet people

Cons

Depending on your franchise. There is a lack of raises. Lack of employee incentives. And no benefits until management level. Stress level is high. Turnover is high because employees are asked for more and paid less where guy down the street has more to offer.

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Pros

Free food, just getting free food

Cons

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2.0
Jul 13, 2026
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Pros

There were some great coworkers and some nice moments, but those can be found in any other food service job.

Cons

Dirty with bugs that weren't given the time of day by HR. The general managers were intense in a way of always being in a pissy mood.

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