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Panera Fairfield

Consumer Discretionary· St. Louis, Missouri, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
3
LAST EVENT
Oct 28, 2025
MARKET CAP
EMPLOYEES
100,000

Panera Bread is a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its bakery-cafe style and menu offerings that include fresh bread, sandwiches, salads, and coffee. The company emphasizes quality ingredients and a commitment to sustainability.

Layoff history

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Q3 '25: 1 eventsQ4 '25: 1 eventsQ1 '26: 0 eventsQ2 '26: 0 eventsQ3 '26: 0 events
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Layoff timeline

3 EVENTS
Oct 28, 2025News

Panera Bread has confirmed the full closure of all its fresh-dough making locations, resulting in the layoff of hundreds of workers. The company has not specified the exact locations affected, but the layoffs are significant as they impact a large number of employees. This decision reflects a strategic shift in operations, as Panera Bread aims to streamline its processes. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the industry, but specific details regarding the reasons for the closures have not been disclosed.

Sep 10, 2025WARN notice
Date not reportedUpcoming · EstimatedNews

Panera Bread has announced plans to lay off hundreds of employees as it discontinues fresh dough production across the country. The company is expected to cut approximately 300 jobs as part of this decision. This move reflects a significant shift in their operational strategy, impacting their workforce nationwide. While specific locations and departments affected have not been detailed, the layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort within the company.

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