Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 21,931 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera LLC in Flemington, NJ is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to deliver exceptional service and bring warmth to every guest interaction. Your responsibilities will include greeting guests, assembling fresh dishes, and maintaining a clean environment.

This role offers competitive pay of $15.92 – $19.00, flexible scheduling, and various benefits including meal discounts and insurance options. Ideal candidates are reliable, enjoy teamwork, and thrive in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications

• Must be age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh foods accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Job description

Restaurant Team Member – Panera Bread

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

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 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.
• Stand 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

Age requirement 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to 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 service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans Competitive pay: $15.92 – $19.00. 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 on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

601484 Flemington, NJ - Route 202