Guest Experience & Food Prep Team Member

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free meals on shift

Paid time off for full-time

Insurance & 401(k) with match

Perks & rewards for team members

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread Company is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and joy with every guest interaction. You will contribute to the bakery-cafe’s growth by serving fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches, while maintaining a clean and inviting space for guests.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, assist across production, prep, service, and drive-thru areas, and help set up for the next shift. Prior food service experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service is helpful but not required.
• Ability to clearly communicate in a loud environment.
• Comfort with lifting up to 25 lbs and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist across bakery-cafe areas (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Drive-Thru, Barista, etc.).
• Prepare fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Move around the cafe to assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment per food safety standards.
• Stay informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes smoothly.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Multitasking

Communication

Job description

Panera Bread Company is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and joy with every guest interaction. You will contribute to the bakery-cafe’s growth by serving fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches, while maintaining a clean and inviting space for guests.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, assist across production, prep, service, and drive-thru areas, and help set up for the next shift. Prior food service experience is helpful but not required.