Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in Minot, ND, is hiring a Restaurant Team Member. In this role, you’ll be central to creating warm and meaningful experiences for guests. Responsibilities include greeting customers, assembling food orders, and maintaining a clean environment.

The position offers competitive pay, on-shift meals, flexible hours, and various benefits including medical and dental insurance. Ideal candidates should be at least 16 years old, have strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ with the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and passion for creating comfort and joy.
• Basic food-safety understanding and training.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and enthusiastically.
• Execute duties in specific areas such as Cashier or Drive-Thru.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the café.
• Support team success through cleaning and stocking duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Food-service experience

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Reliability and punctuality

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. In this role you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Execute duties in your specific area (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC, etc.).
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas while maintaining movement throughout the café.
• 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, 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 (full‑time).
• 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.

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must stand for extended periods and communicate effectively in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food‑safety understanding and training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Food‑service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panera Bread is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disabled & Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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.

Location: 22nd Avenue SW, Minot, ND (Job ID 601742)