Guest Experience & Food Service Team Member

panerabread; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips

Free meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement

Tuition discounts

Team member rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to deliver warm, friendly service and help prepare fresh sandwiches, soups and salads. You will greet guests, assist with orders, and maintain a clean dining area while supporting a collaborative team environment.

This role emphasizes quick, accurate service in a fast-paced bakery-cafe setting. No formal experience required, but a positive attitude, reliability and willingness to learn are valued—tuition discounts and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Passion for creating moments of comfort, connection and joy for guests.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible to evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Basic food safety understanding; Food Handler's Card as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and deliver friendly, efficient service.
• Prepare and assemble fresh salads, soups and sandwiches with care.
• Assist guests at order areas, cashier, and dining spaces.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting bakery-cafe environment.
• Support team with stock, cleaning and setup for the next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Panera Bread in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to deliver warm, friendly service and help prepare fresh sandwiches, soups and salads. You will greet guests, assist with orders, and maintain a clean dining area while supporting a collaborative team environment.

This role emphasizes quick, accurate service in a fast-paced bakery-cafe setting. No formal experience required, but a positive attitude, reliability and willingness to learn are valued—tuition discounts and benefits