Panera Bread reviews

3.4

49% would recommend to a friend

(18,804 total reviews)
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Paul Carbone

40% approve of CEO

34% positive business outlook

Panera Bread has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 18,804 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Panera Bread employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Restaurants & Food Service industry (3.4 stars).

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19K reviews
1.0
Nov 30, 2025

Honest employee beware

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

most co workers, basic tasks

Cons

leadership, avoidant tolerated behavioral issues from "loyal" or untouchable employees whom are protected under federal law.

5.0
Nov 30, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good environment stay busy and good discount

Cons

Opening early is the worst

4.0
Nov 30, 2025

Great!

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Great for a first job

Cons

Not good if you are looking for long-term management

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