Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match available

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Cape Girardeau is hiring a Restaurant Team Member who will provide exceptional hospitality while connecting with guests. This role embodies warmth and care, directly impacting the bakery-cafe's success and helping local communities.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling food orders, and maintaining a clean environment. The position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a range of benefits including free meals, paid vacation, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods and work effectively in a loud environment.
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Clear communication skills

Ability to multitask

Basic food safety understanding

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. You’ll connect with our amazing guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country by sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, and building personal connections.

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 and 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 to give every guest our best.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.
• Deliver excellent service in every circumstance.

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 able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods and work effectively in a loud environment.
• Clear communication skills and quick understanding of directions.
• 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