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Panera Bread to Close Dough-Making Site, Impacting Workforce

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Dec 31, 2025
ESTIMATED FROM REPORTING

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Panera Bread is set to close another dough-making facility as part of its shift towards a new production model. This closure is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency. While specific details regarding the number of employees affected have not been disclosed, the company is making significant changes to its production processes. The exact timeline for these changes has not been provided, indicating that the situation is still developing. This move reflects Panera's ongoing efforts to adapt to market demands and optimize its supply chain.

LayoffTalk has tracked 21 layoff events at Panera since July 2023, affecting a combined 2,725 employees.

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Consumer Discretionary · 40,000 employees
21
EVENTS TRACKED
3,061
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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CREATED DEC 30, 2025LAST UPDATED MAR 27, 2026