Guest Experience Team Member — Fast-Paced Café

panerabread; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with match

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread in Salinas, CA is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling meals, and supporting daily bakery-cafe operations across service, prep, or cashier stations. You’ll enjoy competitive pay, free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and benefits for full-time team members, plus opportunities for career advancement and training.

No prior experience required; food safety basics and a positive attitude are valued to deliver great guest

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Food Handler's Card required by law; food safety basics expected.
• Food service experience is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Stay on the move assisting guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, inviting environment per safety protocols.
• Be informed about daily priorities and adapt with a positive attitude.
• Support team by completing cleaning and stocking duties and setting up the next shift.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Panera Bread in Salinas, CA is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling meals, and supporting daily bakery-cafe operations across service, prep, or cashier stations. You’ll enjoy competitive pay, free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and benefits for full-time team members, plus opportunities for career advancement and training.

No prior experience required; food safety basics and a positive attitude are valued to deliver great guest