Café Guest Experience Team Member

Panera Bread; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free meals on shift

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Medical benefits

401(k) with match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth, care, and joy with every guest interaction. You’ll connect with guests, support bakery-cafe operations, and contribute to Panera’s growing community presence across the country.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling fresh meals with accuracy, and maintaining a clean, inviting space while following food safety standards. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is a plus.

Qualifications

• You’re passionate about hospitality and guest experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a warm, welcoming demeanor.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear communication with guests and team members.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food safety understanding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in assembling and serving fresh food with accuracy and speed.
• Support various areas within the bakery-cafe (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista, QA).
• Maintain a clean and safe dining environment following food safety standards.
• Stay aware of daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
• Assist with stocking and setup for the next shift.

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth, care, and joy with every guest interaction. You’ll connect with guests, support bakery-cafe operations, and contribute to Panera’s growing community presence across the country.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling fresh meals with accuracy, and maintaining a clean, inviting space while following food safety standards. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is a plus.