Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 21,931 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Edison, New Jersey. This role is crucial for creating meaningful guest experiences. You will execute multiple duties in the bakery-cafe ranging from service to cashier functions.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities that include preparing fresh food and maintaining a clean workspace. This position offers a competitive pay rate and numerous benefits including flexible scheduling and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Experience in food service preferred but not required.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice training.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in the bakery-cafe including production, service, and cashier.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Clear communication 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 and creating meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in the bakery‑cafe, including 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.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas; stay on the move.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food‑safety standards and cleaning protocols.
• Stay 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 for 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.
• Clear communication 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).
• Enjoy working with food. (Food service experience is preferred but not required.)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Competitive pay: $15.92 - $19.00 (actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, and geographical location.)