Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Oak Park Heights (MN); On-site; USD 15,718 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shifts

Flexible scheduling

Medical and dental insurance

Job summary

Panera LLC is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Oak Park Heights, MN. This role involves delivering exceptional customer service and creating a warm atmosphere for guests. Responsibilities include preparing fresh meals and maintaining cleanliness.

The ideal candidate is 16 or older, possesses strong communication and multitasking skills, and is available to work various shifts. Benefits include competitive pay, free meals, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and ability to lift up to 25lbs.
• Strong communication skills in loud environments.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent services and greet guests with warmth.
• Assemble fresh meals accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Customer service

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. 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

• Deliver excellent services in every circumstance and act as an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay ($11.41-$17.00) & 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+). Able to lift up to 25lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Can 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

606100 Oak Park Heights, MN - 60th Street North