Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Amarillo is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to provide exceptional hospitality and connect with guests. Team Members will greet every guest with warmth, assemble fresh food items, and maintain a clean and inviting environment. You’ll have the chance to create meaningful experiences and ensure a welcoming atmosphere.

With flexible scheduling, competitive pay, free meals, and career advancement opportunities, this position offers a supportive work environment for all team members. Join us in making every guest’s experience memorable!

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice (Food Handler’s Card, if required).

Responsibilities

• Execute specific duties within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest warmly and enthusiastically.
• Assemble fresh food items with care and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and inviting environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Job description

Restaurant Team Member At Panera Bread, we believe every guest deserves our best. As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll be the heart of hospitality- bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. Restaurant Team Members have the special opportunity to connect with our amazing guests, directly impact the bakery-cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country. Support in bringing Panera warmth to life and help ensure every guest receives our best. By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help, building personal connections, and finding moments to surprise and delight, you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• Restaurant Team Members will execute the duties for their specific areas within the bakery-cafe (e.g., 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills and ability to quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and multitask with ease.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• 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).

Benefits & Compensation

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans.

The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Location: 606454 - Amarillo - South Soncy Road