Guest Experience Champion — Café Team Member

Panera Bread; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + tips

Free meals

Paid time off

Insurance + 401(k)

Perks & rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warm welcomes, fresh meals, and thoughtful service to every guest.

You will work across bakery-cafe areas, greet guests with genuine warmth, assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches, keep the dining area clean and inviting, and support your team with flexible hours in a fast-paced environment. Panera offers competitive pay, team meals, and benefits for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+; lift up to 25 lbs; stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication in a loud environment with guests and team members.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for making guests smile.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in production areas and with service, cashier, drive-thru, barista, etc.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment per food safety standards.
• Stay informed about daily priorities and adapt quickly.
• Support team by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Bread in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warm welcomes, fresh meals, and thoughtful service to every guest.

You will work across bakery-cafe areas, greet guests with genuine warmth, assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches, keep the dining area clean and inviting, and support your team with flexible hours in a fast-paced environment. Panera offers competitive pay, team meals, and benefits for eligible staff.