Guest-Focused Café Team Member — Flexible Hours & Perks

Panera LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 2,535,000 - 2,617,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays (FT

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, 1k

Job summary

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Washington, DC. You will be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests warmly, assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches, and helping maintain a clean, inviting dining area. The role emphasizes friendly service, quick multitasking, and reliable scheduling in a fast-paced bakery-cafe.

Equal opportunity employer. Pay ranges from $18.40 to $19.00 per hour, with benefits including free meals, flexible scheduling, and paid time off for eligible

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food safety knowledge and training (Food Handler’s Card as required by law).

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in producing salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Stock and clean work areas; support other shifts as needed.
• Join the team to deliver Panera warmth and great guest experiences.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Punctual & reliable

Food safety basics

Job description

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Washington, DC. You will be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests warmly, assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches, and helping maintain a clean, inviting dining area. The role emphasizes friendly service, quick multitasking, and reliable scheduling in a fast-paced bakery-cafe.

Equal opportunity employer. Pay ranges from $18.40 to $19.00 per hour, with benefits including free meals, flexible scheduling, and paid time off for eligible