Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 21,931 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera LLC seeks a Restaurant Team Member in Kearny, NJ. You’ll be the heart of hospitality, creating meaningful experiences for guests and impacting local communities. Responsibilities include welcoming guests, preparing food, and ensuring a clean environment.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability in a fast-paced setting, and passion for service. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+.
• Can lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Food service experience (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread: you’ll be the heart of hospitality—bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. Connect with guests, impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and serve local communities. By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, and building personal connections, you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

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).
• 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.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay ($15.92 – $19.00) and eligible for team tips.
• Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages.
• Flexible, reliable scheduling.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays (full‑time team members).
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match available.
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities.
• Tuition discounts.
• Perks and rewards for team members.
• Team member assistance program.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+.
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication and quick understanding of directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills; love making people smile.
• Passion for 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 training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled and Veterans.

Location: 606260 Kearny, NJ – Passaic Avenue.