Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Restaurant Team Member in New Albany, IN. You will be the heart of hospitality, connecting with guests and impacting the bakery-cafe's business.

Responsibilities include executing tasks in your designated area, greeting guests, assembling food items with care, and maintaining a clean environment. Benefits encompass competitive pay, free meals, flexible scheduling, and various insurance options, along with career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 +, can lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience in food service preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Multitasking in a fast-paced environment

Basic food safety understanding

Passion for making people smile

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. You’ll have the special opportunity to connect with our guests, directly impact the bakery-cafe's growing business, and serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in your specific area within the bakery-cafe (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC).
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas while staying on the move.
• 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.

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 16 + and can 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 a passion for making people smile.
• Relentless enthusiasm for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• Experience multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law).
• Enjoy working with food. Food service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Panera Bread is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants who are disabled or veterans.

Location

New Albany, IN – State Street