Question 1

Is Panera Bread a good company to work for as a Associate-Prep?

Accepted Answer

Associate-Prep professionals working at Panera Bread have rated their employer with 3.4 out of 5 stars in 196 Glassdoor reviews. This is an average score with the overall rating of Panera Bread employees being 3.4 out of 5 stars. Search open Associate-Prep Jobs at Panera Bread now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Associate-Prep interview questions at Panera Bread.

Question 2

Does Panera Bread pay Associate-Prep employees well?

Accepted Answer

Associate-Prep professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Panera Bread with 2.9 out of 5 stars based on 196 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is equal to the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Associate-Prep salaries at Panera Bread.

Question 3

How happy are Associate-Prep professionals working at Panera Bread?

Accepted Answer

60% of Associate-Prep employees at Panera Bread would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has increased by 38% in the past 12 months. Associate-Prep professionals have also rated Panera Bread with a 3.4 rating for work-life-balance, 4.1 rating for diversity and inclusion, 3.4 rating for culture and values and 3.3 rating for career opportunities.

Question 4

What are the top reviewed jobs at Panera Bread?

Accepted Answer

Associate (2106), Cashier (1785), Associate Trainer (847), Sales Associate/Cashier (574), Assistant Manager (548), Team Lead (476), Line Cook (447), Shift Supervisor (395), Sales Associate (385), Cashier/Barista (320), Baker (317), Manager (300), General Manager (289), Catering Coordinator (187), Crew Member (168)

Question 5

What are the pros of working at Panera Bread according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"Great for people who have worked in food/retail/hospitality and want a more secure and challenging position" ((in 1054 reviews)); "Tips and great coworkers the best part was getting to know everyone over time and beholding a bond with people there and people that left." ((in 931 reviews)); "Panera has flexible hours while in school and provides breaks for people working full shifts." ((in 833 reviews)); "With the right people you can get free pastrys and there is half off food and free drinks." ((in 643 reviews)); "Accommodating to flexible schedules and employees are always willing to assist when help is needed." ((in 414 reviews))

Question 6

What are the cons of working at Panera Bread according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"poor management and long exhausting days to get the work done as always improperly staffed." ((in 1798 reviews)); "The pay was low while I was there and raises came infrequently and were extremely low." ((in 1528 reviews)); "Associates and managers are rude and sarcastic in front of customers about other associates and managers." ((in 1021 reviews)); "Upper management is horrible" ((in 232 reviews)); "Went on several more months with no raise while people were getting hired at up to $13/hr" ((in 222 reviews))

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