Guest Experience Champion - Fast-Casual Café

panerabread; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & tips

Free meals & drinks

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Benefits package (health/dental/vision

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Perks & rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is looking for a friendly Restaurant Team Member to greet guests warmly and prepare fresh, quality food with care. You will help in multiple bakery-cafe areas, support daily operations, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience for every guest.

Ideal candidates enjoy a fast-paced environment, have strong interpersonal skills, and are flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Health benefits and growth opportunities are available for full-time team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in loud environments.
• Food Handler's Card required by law.
• Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Stay on the move, assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment following food safety standards.
• Be adaptable to daily priorities and changes, delivering our best to every guest.
• Support team by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Reliability

Education

Food safety certification (Food Handler's Card)

Job description

Panera Bread is looking for a friendly Restaurant Team Member to greet guests warmly and prepare fresh, quality food with care. You will help in multiple bakery-cafe areas, support daily operations, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience for every guest.

Ideal candidates enjoy a fast-paced environment, have strong interpersonal skills, and are flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Health benefits and growth opportunities are available for full-time team members.