Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Join Panera LLC as a Restaurant Team Member in Hollister, CA. You'll be at the heart of hospitality, ensuring every guest feels valued and welcomed. The role involves greeting guests, assembling food orders with care, and maintaining a clean and inviting environment.

Enjoy benefits like competitive pay between $20.00 and $23.00 per hour, free meals while working, flexible scheduling, and various insurance options for full-time team members. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about customer service and food.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 16+ and can lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to communicate in a loud environment.
• Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest warmly and enthusiastically.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multitasking

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 execute the duties for your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist guests at entrance, cashier, and dining areas while 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.

Opportunity Is For You

Minimum age requirement: 16+ and 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. 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 is preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled / Veterans. Competitive pay: $20.00 - $23.00. 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.

Location

606076 - Hollister, CA - Park Street.