Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking dedicated Restaurant Team Members in Panama City, Florida. You will play a crucial role in providing excellent customer service and ensuring a welcoming environment for guests. Responsibilities include assembling food items, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting team operations.

This position offers competitive pay with tips, free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and various health benefits. Ideal candidates should be reliable, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to quickly understand directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills—passion for making people smile.
• Enjoyment of creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for each guest.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for Panera Warmth, greeting each guest with warmth.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.
• Adapt to daily priorities and changes while keeping the guest experience top-priority.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Food safety understanding

Ability to multitask

Job description

Restaurant Team Member

Overview

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. Your role is to deliver the Panera experience by creating welcoming moments for guests and supporting the bakery‑cafe’s daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for Panera Warmth, greeting each 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, and stay on the move to support service flow.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards and cleaning protocols.
• Adapt to daily priorities and changes with a positive attitude, ensuring the guest experience stays top‑priority.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping to 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, and 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 requirement: 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to quickly understand directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills—passion for making people smile.
• Enjoyment of creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for each guest.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease.
• 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).
• Food service experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location

601353 Panama City, FL - East 23rd Street