Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Saint Augustine, FL, to embody the heart of hospitality. You'll create meaningful experiences for guests, executing specific duties in various areas such as service and cashier. A passion for making connections and joy in every interaction is essential. Join our team to enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, free meals, and opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities include greeting guests warmly, assembling fresh food items, and ensuring a clean environment. Minimum age of 16, with an eagerness to thrive in a fast-paced setting, is required. Food service experience is preferred but not necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Can stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to clearly communicate in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Basic food safety knowledge

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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Can 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.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Have basic food safety knowledge 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

Location: 606247 St. Augustine, FL - Village Commons Drive

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 on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.