Panera Bread Manager Interview Questions
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Panera Bread.
Panera Bread
Assistant Manager
Manager Easy Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview happened at the restaurant and felt both professional and casual. It was easy talking with the recruiter. I didn't end up taking the job then, but the experience was pleasant. I suspect they promote from within, and my aim was to step in as a GM.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What was your motivation for wanting to join the company?
Panera Bread
Assistant Manager
Mid Average Neutral experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
A recruiter reached out to me. Before telling me what company the posting was specifically for, he insisted on “re-working” my resume. He removed my most recent relevant experience and filled it with buzz words. I backed out of the process after my first phone interview with the recruiter because he was making the process convoluted and difficult.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Regarding the role, why do you believe you'd be a good fit?
Panera Bread
Management
Manager Average Negative experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
The whole process took about three and a half weeks, with four interviews in total. The last one was a phone interview on a Friday. I haven't heard anything back about an offer yet. The interviewer on the phone seemed to be eating while talking, which was awkward. He also went on a five-minute unsolicited rant about supplemental insurance and maternity leave, which felt sexist. I was left hanging all weekend. Then on Wednesday, HR called and said they chose another candidate. There's a better, more ethical way to interview for management positions than this.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Does staying at one company your whole career truly make you better or smarter than others? It could mean less life and work experience overall, and shouldn't give you the right to look down on someone with more education and experience.
Panera Bread Manager Interview Questions
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“Given that 1 gallon of paint covers 400 sf, calculate the number of gallons needed to cover 2200 sf.”
Read reports →“Does staying at one company your whole career truly make you better or smarter than others? It could mean less life and work experience overall, and shouldn't give you the right to look down on someone with more education and experience.”
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Read reports →“What do you expect when you're a customer out and about?”
Read report →“What is it about Panera that attracts you to work there?”
Read report →“What was the reason for leaving your previous job at United Airlines?”
Read report →“In a situation where a customer is escalating, how would you handle a hostile customer and re-engage them?”
Read report →“What is your reason for wanting to work at Panera Bread?”
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