Hospitality-Driven Restaurant Team Member

Panera Bread Company; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team tips

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life; pet ins

401(k) with match

Perks & rewards

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread Company seeks a Restaurant Team Member to be the heartbeat of hospitality, greeting guests, preparing items, and delivering warm, friendly service in a fast-paced bakery-cafe environment.

You will work across production, prep, service, cashier, and expo tasks, maintain food safety standards, and support the team with a positive attitude. Flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays is valued, and basic food safety training is helpful.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs
• Able to stand for extended periods
• Clear communication in a loud environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and friendly demeanor
• Reliability, punctuality and flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays
• Food Handler’s Card or safe-food training as required by law
• Experience in food service preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Execute duties across Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion and related areas.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups and sandwiches with care and speed.
• Stay on the move to assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.
• Be informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Job description

Panera Bread Company seeks a Restaurant Team Member to be the heartbeat of hospitality, greeting guests, preparing items, and delivering warm, friendly service in a fast-paced bakery-cafe environment.

You will work across production, prep, service, cashier, and expo tasks, maintain food safety standards, and support the team with a positive attitude. Flexibility for evenings, weekends and holidays is valued, and basic food safety training is helpful.