Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Merrillville, IN. As a key player in hospitality, you will connect with guests and serve local communities by preparing delicious foods and maintaining a warm environment.

The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced settings, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and is eager to create meaningful experiences for guests while enjoying flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement is 16 or older.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a love for making people smile.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest warmly and enthusiastically.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches accurately.
• Maintain a clean and inviting environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Job description

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. Restaurant Team Members have the special opportunity to connect with our amazing guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country. Support in bringing Panera warmth to life and help ensure every guest receives our best. By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help, building personal connections, and finding moments to surprise and delight, you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• 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 (16+).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills and ability to understand 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.

Location

600738 Merrillville, IN – E 81st Avenue

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans