Guest-First Restaurant Team Member — Fast-Paced & Flexible

panerabread; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 2,122,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off for full-time

Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Wilmette, IL. You will be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling salads, soups, and sandwiches with care while maintaining a clean and safe dining area.

Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is valued, with opportunities for growth and benefits including meals and company perks. The role emphasizes warm guest interactions, accurate order taking, and teamwork in a fast-paced bakery-cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to greet guests warmly and provide attentive service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and take orders in a friendly, efficient manner.
• Prepare and assemble orders with accuracy and speed.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Assist with various bakery-cafe duties as needed.
• Provide great guest experiences and support team goals.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Friendly demeanor

Job description

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Wilmette, IL. You will be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling salads, soups, and sandwiches with care while maintaining a clean and safe dining area.

Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is valued, with opportunities for growth and benefits including meals and company perks. The role emphasizes warm guest interactions, accurate order taking, and teamwork in a fast-paced bakery-cafe environment.