Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Lumberton, NC to provide excellent guest service and maintain a welcoming environment. This role involves assembling fresh meals, engaging with guests, and ensuring food safety standards are met.

Ideal candidates are age 16+, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16 years.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Enjoys working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for bringing Panera warmth to life with each guest interaction.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Basic food safety understanding

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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for bringing Panera warmth to life with each guest interaction and deliver excellent services in every circumstance.
• Execute the duties specific to your 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.

Benefits

• 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 of 16years with the ability to lift up to 25lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills; able to quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for making people smile.
• 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).
• Enjoys working with food; food service experience is preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location

601961 Lumberton, NC - Fayetteville Rd