Guest Experience Champion – Restaurant Team Member

Panera Bread; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life and pet

401(k) with match

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth, care, and joy in every guest interaction. You will be hands-on in a bakery-cafe, supporting in areas such as production, prep, service, cashier, drive-thru, barista, and guest experience, while maintaining a clean and inviting environment.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with accuracy, and assisting across stations.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to make guests smile.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food safety training (Food Handler's Card) as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in preparing and serving salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Support in keeping the bakery-cafe clean, safe, and well-stocked.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas as needed.
• Follow food safety standards and cleaning protocols.

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth, care, and joy in every guest interaction. You will be hands-on in a bakery-cafe, supporting in areas such as production, prep, service, cashier, drive-thru, barista, and guest experience, while maintaining a clean and inviting environment.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with accuracy, and assisting across stations.