Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Bloomington, IN is looking for a Restaurant Team Member who will be the heart of hospitality, ensuring every guest receives warmth, care, and joy. This role involves interacting with guests, preparing fresh food, and maintaining a pleasant environment. The ideal candidate is quick to understand directions and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career advancement. Join us in making a difference in our local communities!

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Can clearly communicate in a loud environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible availability for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties specific to areas within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
• Support team success by aiding in cleaning and stocking.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Basic food safety understanding

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.

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+) and the ability 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 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.

Location: 601072 Bloomington, IN – S College Mall Road.