Cedar Rapids Council Associate - Team Tips!

SLB of Iowa, LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted employee meals

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Job summary

Panera Bread in Cedar Rapids is seeking an Associate to deliver warm hospitality and help create a welcoming guest experience across shifts. You’ll join a team focused on friendly service, quality food, and a positive work atmosphere.

Starting at $12-15/hour plus $1-2/hour in tips, the role offers flexible schedules and opportunities to grow within Panera. Prior food service experience is a plus but we’ll train the right candidate. This is an on-site position requiring early hours and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and professional appearance.
• Team-first mindset to help make work a fun, productive place to be.
• Willingness to grow your skills and learn new things.
• An understanding that quality and efficiency matters.
• Customer/food service experience a plus but not required - we’ll train you!

Responsibilities

• Deliver a great, memorable experience for every guest.
• Create and serve our fresh, award-winning food.
• Perform daily routine cleaning procedures.
• Work as part of a fast, friendly, efficient team.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Willingness to learn

Customer service

Job description

• Job Location : 5010 Council St., Cedar Rapids, IA US.
• Job Level : Any
• Level of Education :
• Job Type : Employee
• Date Updated : 07/28/2026
• Years of Experience : Not Applicable
• Starting Date : Invalid Date
• Apply Type :application
• Salary : $0

Job Description

OPENERS (4:30-5am) HIGHLY DESIRED - WEEKDAYS & WEEKNDS!

Food, Friends, & Fun - That’s the Panera Way!

At Panera Bread, it’s not just about the food - it’s about the warmth, energy, and care you bring to every shift. As an Associate, you help create a space where each guest feels welcome and your teammates thrive.

Why Panera? Because it’s more than a job; it’s an experience.

• Feel the Warmth - We’re a welcoming gathering place where everyone is treated like family. We show up for each other and our guests.
• You Belong - Your authentic self is celebrated here.
• Grow YOUR Way - Whether you’re here for now or building a long-term career with us, we help you move forward and grow your potential.
• Work with Trust - You are valued, trusted, supported, and welcomed!
• Flexibility at its Finest - Flexible schedules create a work-life balance that is beneficial to everyone.
• Delicious Deals - Enjoy discounted employee meals on every shift.
• Competitive Pay - Starting at $12-15/hour + $1-2/hour in tips!

At Panera, RISE is our commitment to delivering great food, genuine hospitality, and a workplace where people feel valued. Our mission is to elevate everyday meals into moments of comfort, connection, and joy. We do this by refreshing our menu with high-quality, flavorful ingredients; igniting value through thoughtfully crafted offerings at accessible price points; serving with excellence by bringing Panera Warmth to every guest interaction and creating an everyday oasis in our bakery-cafés; and expanding our network through growth and modernization. At Panera, our guests are at the center of everything we do—and our people make it possible.

Who We Want:

Sandwich and salad makers, prep team members, dishwashers, bussers, baristas, and cashiers who bring positive energy and take pride in doing things right.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver a great, memorable experience for every guest.
• Create and serve our fresh, award-winning food.
• Perform daily routine cleaning procedures.
• Work as part of a fast, friendly, efficient team.

Experience and Skills

What You Bring to the Table:

• A positive attitude and professional appearance.
• A team-first mindset to help make work a fun, productive place to be.
• Willingness to grow your skills and learn new things.
• An understanding that quality and efficiency matters.
• Customer/food service experience a plus but not required - we’ll train you!

The Recipe for Success:

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Clear, professional communication with guests and teammates.
• Ability to lift up-to 40lbs and be on your feet for periods of time with occasional bending or stooping.
  • Reasonable accommodation available upon request.
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

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