Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Clayton, North Carolina, is seeking a Restaurant Team Member who embodies hospitality and warmth. In this role, you will engage with guests, assist in food preparation, and ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors.

Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a variety of benefits, including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16 years or older.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Food-service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Prepare and assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.
• Assist guests in the entry, cashier, and dining areas.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

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. You’ll connect with guests, help drive the bakery‑cafe’s growth, and serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Prepare and assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist guests in the entry, cashier, and dining areas while staying on the move.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food‑safety standards and cleaning protocols.
• Stay informed on daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
• Support team success by completing cleaning, stocking duties, and helping set up for the next shift.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive pay and eligible for team tips.
• Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages.
• Flexible, reliable scheduling.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays for full‑time team members.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match available.
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities.
• Tuition discounts.
• Perks & rewards for team members.
• Team member assistance program.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16years or older.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to understand directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for making people smile.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food‑safety understanding and completion of required training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Food‑service experience 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 upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.