Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Elizabethtown, KY. You will serve as the heart of hospitality, engaging with guests and ensuring a warm, inviting atmosphere. Responsibilities include executing various duties within the bakery-cafe, greeting guests, and assembling fresh food items.

This position offers competitive pay, free meals during shifts, flexible scheduling, and benefits for full-time team members. Ideal candidates possess strong interpersonal skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong communication skills in a loud environment.
• Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in specific areas within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet guests warmly and enthusiastically.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food safety understanding

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.

Responsibilities

• Restaurant Team Member will execute the duties for their 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

If you meet the minimum age requirement (16+) and can 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. You have strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile. You’re passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease. You’re 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). You enjoy working with food. Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location: 601062 Elizabethtown, KY - Towne Drive

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.