Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Fairview Heights is seeking enthusiastic Restaurant Team Members who love making guests smile. In this role, you will be responsible for greeting guests, assembling food items, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. The position offers a competitive pay range of $15.00 - $18.00, flexible scheduling, and various benefits including medical and tuition discounts.

Ideal candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join our team and contribute to our goal of delivering warmth and joy to every guest!

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a passion for hospitality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.
• Maintain a clean and inviting environment.
• Support team success through stocking and cleaning duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Food safety understanding

Customer service

Job description

Overview

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread, you’ll be the heart of hospitality—bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. You will help the bakery‑cafe thrive by serving guests with genuine enthusiasm and creating meaningful experiences that keep them coming back.

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:

• 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 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. Have 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 is preferred but not required.

Pay

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.

Location

600771 Fairview Heights, IL - N Illinois Street

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans