Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Crestview, Florida, is looking for a Restaurant Team Member who will embody hospitality and connect with guests to enhance their experience. This role involves greeting guests, assembling food items with quality, and ensuring a clean and welcoming environment.

Ideal candidates are skilled in communication, enjoy a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for delivering excellent service. Full-time positions offer competitive pay, meal perks, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Must communicate clearly and quickly understand guests and team members’ directions.
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties.
• Deliver excellent service in every circumstance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Communication skills

Food service experience

Job description

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread. As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll be the heart of hospitality—bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. You will connect with guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and help keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Execute duties for your assigned area (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC).
• 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 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Must communicate clearly 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.
• 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 training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans