Guest-Focused Food Service Associate

panerabread; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off for full-time

Job summary

Panera Bread in Meridian, Idaho invites you to join as a Restaurant Team Member. You will greet guests warmly, assemble fresh meals, and assist across service areas while maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards.

The role supports a fast-paced bakery-cafe and offers opportunities to connect with guests and develop leadership skills. Successful candidates are 16+ with strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must communicate clearly in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with guests.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food safety knowledge (Food Handler's Card) as required by law.
• Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Stay on the move to assist guests across service areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment per food safety standards.
• Adapt to changing priorities with a positive attitude.
• Complete cleaning and stocking duties to support the next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Food safety awareness

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Panera Bread in Meridian, Idaho invites you to join as a Restaurant Team Member. You will greet guests warmly, assemble fresh meals, and assist across service areas while maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards.

The role supports a fast-paced bakery-cafe and offers opportunities to connect with guests and develop leadership skills. Successful candidates are 16+ with strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.