Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match available

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Florissant, Missouri. In this role, you'll be the heart of hospitality, ensuring guests enjoy their experience with warmth and care.

The position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and various benefits such as medical insurance, paid vacation, and tuition discounts. If you’re passionate about food service and enjoy creating moments of joy for every guest, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Can clearly communicate in a loud environment.
• Enjoys working with food; experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in various areas within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Basic 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. You will serve local communities across the country, support Panera warmth, and create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in specific areas within the bakery‑cafe such as 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.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas, staying on the move.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food‑safety standards and cleaning protocols.
• Stay informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
• 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

• Minimum age requirement (16+)
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Can 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
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Basic food‑safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoys working with food (Food service experience preferred but not required)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Panera Bread is an equal opportunity employer.