Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match available

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Greenville, North Carolina, is looking for a Restaurant Team Member to add warmth to every guest interaction. You will connect with guests and support the bakery-cafe’s business, crafting fresh food with care and delivering exceptional service.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and the willingness to work flexible hours. Employees receive competitive pay, free meals during shifts, and numerous benefits including medical insurance and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+, able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Food service experience preferred but not required.
• Basic food safety understanding and training.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Ability to multitask

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’ll connect with guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and serve local communities across the country. Support 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.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC).
• 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 so 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

Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication 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 Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

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 upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.