Guest-Focused Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off and holidays for full‑t

Medical, dental, vision, life, pet ins

401(k) with match

Career advancement & leadership

Tuition discounts

Perks & rewards

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to warmly welcome guests, prepare fresh foods, and keep the bakery-cafe running smoothly. You’ll play a key role in delivering great service and maintaining quality standards in a fast-paced setting.

Work hours include evenings and weekends with opportunities for growth. Competitive pay, team meals, and benefits are highlighted in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+), lift up to 25 lbs., and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can multitask with ease.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy working with food. (Food service experience is preferred but not required.)

Responsibilities

• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency—no assembly lines, just real ingredients and great food.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards and cleaning protocols.
• Stay on the move—assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Punctuality

Flexibility

Food safety

Food service experience

Job description

Panera LLC in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to warmly welcome guests, prepare fresh foods, and keep the bakery-cafe running smoothly. You’ll play a key role in delivering great service and maintaining quality standards in a fast-paced setting.

Work hours include evenings and weekends with opportunities for growth. Competitive pay, team meals, and benefits are highlighted in this position.