Guest-Focused Café Team Member (Flexible Hours)

panerabread; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips eligible

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation & holidays (FT)

Job summary

Panera Bread in Leesburg, VA is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests and delivering warm, friendly service. You’ll help assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, support teammates, and keep the café clean and welcoming.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 years old, able to lift up to 25 lbs, capable of working evenings, weekends, and holidays, and committed to food safety standards. Prior food service is a plus, and on-shift meals are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be 16+ years old.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to make guests smile.
• Flexible to evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food Handler's Card required by law.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Support guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment per safety standards.
• Stay adaptable to daily priorities and assist with closing tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Food safety

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Bread in Leesburg, VA is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests and delivering warm, friendly service. You’ll help assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, support teammates, and keep the café clean and welcoming.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 years old, able to lift up to 25 lbs, capable of working evenings, weekends, and holidays, and committed to food safety standards. Prior food service is a plus, and on-shift meals are provided.