Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Elizabeth City, NC is looking for a Restaurant Team Member to join their team. In this role, you will be at the heart of the bakery-cafe, creating warm and welcoming experiences for every guest. Your daily responsibilities include greeting customers, assembling food, and maintaining a clean, inviting environment.

This position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and many benefits such as health insurance and tuition discounts. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, making genuine connections with guests through your warm hospitality.

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

• Execute duties in specific area like Production, Service, or Cashier.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches efficiently.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Reliability and punctuality

Clear communication

Understanding of food safety

Job description

Overview

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. Support in bringing Panera warmth to life and help ensure every guest receives our best. By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help, building personal connections, and finding moments to surprise and delight, you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

Your daily responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• 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 – 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 requirement 16+ and be able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able 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.
• Thrive 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.)

601689 Elizabeth City, NC - Ehringhaus Street

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans