I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Panera Bread in Aug 2016
Interview
They asked me to sit down and the manager would meet with me. It was a really easy interview. It was mostly just to get to know you and your availability. My goal in every interview is to smile and make them laugh as much as possible. At the end of the interview, she told me I got the second interview she just would call me to tell me when. The following week, I had an interview with the General Manager. He just made sure that the availbilty was true to what he heard. After, we just had a normal conversation. He asked where else I applied and why I chose Panera Bread. It was really casual and comfortable. The GM told me to email him a week later to follow up. Right away, he emailed me back saying I got the job and to earn my Food Hander's Card.
Very short and brief, they don't look at your application until the interview, which is disappointing since they were looking for longer-term candidates instead of seasonal. If looking for seasonal work, make sure to ask if they are hiring for seasonal employees before applying!
30 minute interview with 10 behavioral questions with the manager and a crew member present. Was held in the dining room and was business casual attire. Pleasant experience with great people
Pretty simple basic interview what hours I was was looking for and when i could work . if I could work weekends the usual basic stuff . What I liked to do with my free time and any hobbies I enjoy