Guest Experience Champion — Café Team Member

panerabread; Gardendale (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free meals

Flexible scheduling

Insurance

401(k) with match

Career growth

Job summary

Panera Bread in Gardendale, AL is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth, care, and hospitality to every guest. You will work across production, prep, service, cashier, expo, and drive-thru roles, delivering fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with accuracy and speed.

The position offers flexible scheduling, team tips eligibility, free on-shift meals, and benefits for full-time teammates, with opportunity for growth and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+
• Lift up to 25 lbs
• Clear communication in a loud environment
• Food Handler's Card required by law

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm
• Assemble and serve fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care
• Assist in various bakery-cafe areas (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment per food safety standards
• Stay responsive to daily priorities and support team goals
• Assist with stocking and shift setup for the next team

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food service

Multitasking

Job description

Panera Bread in Gardendale, AL is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth, care, and hospitality to every guest. You will work across production, prep, service, cashier, expo, and drive-thru roles, delivering fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with accuracy and speed.

The position offers flexible scheduling, team tips eligibility, free on-shift meals, and benefits for full-time teammates, with opportunity for growth and leadership development.