Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Idalou (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with tips

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical and dental insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Idalou, Texas. You'll play a vital role in delivering warmth and care to every guest at our bakery-cafe. This position involves responsibilities such as greeting guests, assembling fresh food, and maintaining a clean environment.

We offer competitive pay with tips, on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and benefits including medical and dental insurance. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong communication skills to understand directions in a loud environment.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Reliability

Food safety understanding

Job description

Overview

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread. As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll be the heart of hospitality – bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. You support bringing Panera warmth to life and help ensure every guest receives our best.

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.
• 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.

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+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication and ability to understand guest, manager, and team member 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

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.