Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays for full-time team members

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match available

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Restaurant Team Member in Dearborn Heights, MI. In this role, you will be the heart of hospitality, providing warm welcomes and high-quality service in our bakery-cafe.

Your responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling fresh food orders, and maintaining cleanliness and safety. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, and flexible scheduling. We seek friendly and reliable individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery‑cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Multitasking

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 guests, directly impact our bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and serve local communities across the country by sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, and finding moments to surprise and delight.

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.
• 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.
• 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 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills and ability to understand 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 understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoys working with food. Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Location

Dearborn Heights, MI - Ford Road

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.