Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Bowling Green, Ohio. This role involves being the heart of hospitality by providing warmth and care in every guest interaction, from greeting customers to serving delicious meals.

Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, be reliable and flexible, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and various benefits including paid vacation and tuition discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.; stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.

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.

Skills

Clear communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Job description

Restaurant Team Member

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.).
• 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.

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.; stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication and ability to quickly understand 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.
• 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.