Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to contribute to our heart of hospitality. In this role, you will connect with guests, boost our bakery-cafe business, and create a joyful environment.

Your responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling fresh food, and maintaining cleanliness while thriving in a fast-paced environment. We offer competitive pay, free meals, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to communicate in a loud environment.
• Reliable and flexible to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific areas within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.

Skills

Customer Service

Multitasking

Food Safety

Interpersonal Skills

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, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (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 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods.
• Ability 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.
• 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).
• Enjoy working with food. (Food service experience preferred but not required.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location

606351 - Edinburg, TX - East Trenton