Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Roanoke (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Roanoke, Texas. In this role, you will be the heart of hospitality, ensuring every guest feels valued while maintaining a clean and friendly environment.

Your responsibilities include preparing food with care, assisting guests, and promoting a positive dining experience. The position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and numerous benefits such as free meals and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and can lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and team members' directions.
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific area within bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

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, connecting with guests, and directly impacting the bakery‑cafe’s growing business across the country.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific area within 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.

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

Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Must be able to 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
• Thrive 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 preferred but not required

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans