Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & team tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Chandler, AZ is looking for a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth, care, and joy to every guest interaction. Responsibilities include executing duties in various areas and assembling fresh dishes with care.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate reliability and flexibility. Full-time team members enjoy competitive pay, paid vacation, health insurance options, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and ability to stand for extended periods.
• Must clearly communicate in a loud environment.
• Enjoy working with food; experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute various duties in specific areas of the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest warmly and enthusiastically.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety by following food safety standards.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Communication skills

Multitasking

Reliability and punctuality

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 will serve our amazing guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Restaurant Team Members will execute 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 able 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: 601917 Chandler, AZ – Frye Road