Overview
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 connect with guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s business, and serve local communities across the country.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Deliver excellent services in every circumstance.
Qualifications
- Minimum age requirement of 16+ years.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Clear communication skills and quick understanding of directions in a loud environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a love for 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).
- Food service experience is preferred but not required.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans