Hospitality-Driven Café Team Member

panerabread; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Panera Bread in Northbrook, IL is hiring a Restaurant Team Member. You will be at the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, and helping keep the bakery-cafe running smoothly.

This role offers competitive pay, free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career advancement. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, stand for long periods, and join a friendly team committed to warm, thoughtful service.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to make guests smile.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain clean, safe, inviting environment following safety standards.
• Support team by cleaning, stocking, and setting up next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Punctual & reliable

Job description

Panera Bread in Northbrook, IL is hiring a Restaurant Team Member. You will be at the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, and helping keep the bakery-cafe running smoothly.

This role offers competitive pay, free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career advancement. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, stand for long periods, and join a friendly team committed to warm, thoughtful service.