Effective Plan Dates: August 1, 2025 — July 31, 2026

Employee Referral Program

Our employees are the best source for identifying new talent, and we believe you should be rewarded for your successful referrals.

Eligibility/Criteria

A referral for any position must be an external candidate, not a current or former employee within Lemek LLC

Criteria Referring Employee’s Award
Associate and Shift Supervisor
Start of referral’s employment $25
After 90 days of employment in good standing $75
Associate and Shift Supervisor Total Reward $100
Baker
After completion of BIT program $250
After 180 days of employment in good standing $250
Baker Total Reward $500
Manager
After completion of MIT program $500
After 180 days of employment in good standing $500
Manager Total Reward $1,000

Employee Meal Discounts

For those employees who wish to purchase food items from Panera Bread, Lemek LLC offers a 50% discount.

This Discount applies as follows:

  • Before your shift, during your shift (while on break) or after (at the end of) your shift
  • Discount does not apply to family or friends
  • It does not apply to bulk orders (bagel pack, catering, etc.)
  • Food and drinks must be paid for at the time of the order
  • Free drinks such as fountain, iced tea, and coffee may be consumed by all employees, but only in designated or assigned areas during an employee’s shift