Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for tips

Free meals & unlimited beverages

Paid time off and medical benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Birmingham, AL is hiring for the position of Restaurant Team Member. This role focuses on creating a welcoming atmosphere for guests while preparing fresh menu items and maintaining food safety standards. Candidates should enjoy working with food and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The company offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and tuition discounts, supporting career advancement and personal development.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 16+.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills for creating a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Skills

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Reliability

Job description

Overview

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, supporting Panera warmth to life and ensuring every guest receives our best.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication and quick understanding of guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multitask with ease.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Completion of basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoyment of working with food. (Food service experience is preferred but not required.)

600790 Birmingham, AL - Summit Boulevard

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans