Restaurant Team Member responsibilities involve delivering warm hospitality to guests and supporting Panera Bread’s bakery‑cafe operations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as an ambassador for Panera Warmth, welcoming guests with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
- Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards and cleaning protocols.
- Stay informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
- 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 and 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 16+ years.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to understand directions in a loud environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for guests.
- Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Basic food safety understanding and completion of food safety training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
- Experience in food service preferred but not required.
Pay
Competitive pay: $16.37 - $19.00. Actual pay will be determined by experience, knowledge, skills, and location.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans
Location
606042 Minneapolis, MN - E. 28th St