Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC in Allen Park, Michigan, seeks a Restaurant Team Member to deliver exceptional service and create meaningful guest experiences. You'll be responsible for various duties within the bakery-cafe, interacting with guests, and maintaining a clean environment.

This role offers competitive pay, free meals, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments, have strong interpersonal skills, and are excited about food service.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment.
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and efficiency.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Communication skills

Reliability and punctuality

Job description

Overview

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread. As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll be the heart of hospitality—bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. You will serve local communities, creating meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent service in every circumstance.

• Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC, etc.).
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency – no assembly lines, just real ingredients and great food.
• Stay on the move – assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards and cleaning protocols.
• Be informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude – every guest gets our best.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive pay & eligible for team tips
• Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
• Flexible, reliable scheduling
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays (for full‑time team members)
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities
• Tuition discounts
• Perks & rewards for team members
• Team member assistance program

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a love for 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Location: 601056 Allen Park, MI - Fairlane Drive