Guest Experience Champion — Restaurant Team Member

Panera Bread Company; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation & holidays

Benefits package (medical/dental/vison

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warm, caring service to every guest. You’ll help prepare and serve fresh, high-quality food while maintaining a clean, inviting space and supporting a fast-paced bakery-cafe team.

Bring energy to interactions, follow food safety standards, and adapt to changing priorities. Prior experience is helpful, but a positive attitude and reliability are key to thriving in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to greet guests with warmth and sincerity.
• Able to communicate clearly in a loud, fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Food safety basics and safe food handling training are expected.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Move between entry, cashier, dining, and service areas as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.
• Adapt to daily priorities and changes with a positive attitude to deliver our best.
• Support the team by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Food safety awareness

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warm, caring service to every guest. You’ll help prepare and serve fresh, high-quality food while maintaining a clean, inviting space and supporting a fast-paced bakery-cafe team.

Bring energy to interactions, follow food safety standards, and adapt to changing priorities. Prior experience is helpful, but a positive attitude and reliability are key to thriving in this role.