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. You’ll have the special opportunity to connect with guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and serve local communities across the country.
Responsibilities
- Execute duties in your specific area (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 with team tips and a base pay range of $16.00 – $19.00.
- Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages.
- Flexible, reliable scheduling.
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays (for full‑time members).
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match.
- Career advancement and leadership development opportunities.
- Tuition discounts.
- Perks and rewards for team members.
- Team Member Assistance Program.
Qualifications
- Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
- Clear communication skills; able to quickly understand instructions 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 training (Food Handler’s Card as required by law).
- Enjoy working with food. Food service experience preferred but not required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans
Location: 601023 Big Flats, NY - County Road 64