Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Glen Lyn (VA); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Glen Lyn, Virginia. This role involves delivering warmth and joy to guests while executing various responsibilities, from food preparation to customer service. Team members support the bakery-cafe's operations and ensure every guest has a welcoming experience.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and is passionate about providing exceptional service. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a loud environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible for various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh food items with accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Customer service orientation

Basic food safety knowledge

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. Restaurant Team Members have the special opportunity to connect with our guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country. You support 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 the 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.
• 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+)
• 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
• 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 understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy working with food (food service experience is preferred but not required)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans