Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Chapel Hill is looking for a Restaurant Team Member. This role emphasizes delivering warm and exceptional service to every guest and executing various duties within the bakery-cafe.

The ideal candidate will prepare fresh menu items, maintain cleanliness, and assist customers. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, flexible scheduling, and various insurance options. Candidates should be 16+, able to lift 25 lbs, and enjoy working in food services.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must clearly communicate in a loud environment.
• Food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Assist guests in various areas including cashier and dining.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Basic food safety understanding

Job description

Responsibilities

As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 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.

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 can 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. You have strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile. You’re passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease. You’re 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) You enjoy working with food. (Food service experience is preferred but not required.) Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.