Guest-First Café Team Member

Panera Bread; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free meals

Vacation & holidays

Insurance & 401(k)

Perks & rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and great food to guests. You will work across areas like production, prep, service, and cashier, ensuring fast, friendly service in a busy bakery-cafe environment.

We offer competitive pay, free meals during shifts, vacation and holidays for full-time team members, and benefits including insurance and a 401(k) with company match. Join us to create moments of comfort and joy for guests.

Qualifications

• Ability to greet guests warmly and deliver excellent service.
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic food safety understanding.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Prepare and assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.
• Support team by stocking and setting up for the next shift.
• Follow food safety standards and protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Job description

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and great food to guests. You will work across areas like production, prep, service, and cashier, ensuring fast, friendly service in a busy bakery-cafe environment.

We offer competitive pay, free meals during shifts, vacation and holidays for full-time team members, and benefits including insurance and a 401(k) with company match. Join us to create moments of comfort and joy for guests.