Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Linton Hall (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals & unlimited beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Linton Hall is looking for a Restaurant Team Member. You’ll bring warmth and care to every interaction, connecting with guests and impacting the bakery-cafe’s success.

This role includes greeting guests, assembling fresh food, and maintaining a clean environment. Full-time team members will benefit from flexible scheduling, paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Multitasking ability

Reliability and punctuality

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 have the opportunity to connect with our amazing guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

Your daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• 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.

Restaurant Team Members will execute the duties for their specific areas within the bakery‑cafe (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC).

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.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Clear communication in a loud environment.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong multitasking ability in a fast‑paced environment.
• 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.
• Passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.

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 on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.