Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Edwardsville is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth and exceptional service to guests. Your role will involve various responsibilities including greeting guests, assembling fresh food items, and maintaining a clean environment.

Ideal candidates will be passionate about hospitality and able to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. Flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance and paid time off are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort and connection.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean and inviting environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Ability to multitask

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. Restaurant Team Members have the special opportunity to connect with our amazing guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Execute duties for specific areas 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—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.

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 able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Can 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 is preferred but not required.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans. Panera Bread is an equal opportunity employer.

Location

601096 Edwardsville, IL - Troy Road

Compensation

Competitive pay: $15.00 - $18.00. 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.