Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Maywood, Illinois, is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to deliver excellent service and hospitality. You will greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm while executing various duties from food preparation to cashiering.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay starting at $15.00–$18.00 is offered along with benefits like free meals during shifts and paid vacation for full-time team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in the bakery-cafe including production, prep, and service.
• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, inviting environment.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Reliable and punctual

Communication skills in loud environments

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

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

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ 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

Compensation

Competitive pay: $15.00‑$18.00. 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.