Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Auburn, Alabama. As a key part of our team, you will deliver exceptional service and create fantastic dining experiences for our guests. This role involves a variety of responsibilities from food assembly to maintaining a welcoming environment.

Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and excellent benefits including free meals during shifts and generous health coverage. We are looking for individuals who communicate well, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about customer service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication skills in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent service in every circumstance.
• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Food safety understanding

Job description

Restaurant Team Member

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 and helping to create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent services in every circumstance.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC, etc.).
• 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 requirement (16+) and can 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 love making people smile.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• Thrive 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