Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Shiloh (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Join Panera LLC as a Restaurant Team Member in Shiloh, IL, where you will be at the heart of hospitality, ensuring every guest receives our best service. Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling food items, and maintaining a clean dining environment.

This role offers competitive pay ranging from $15.00 to $18.00 per hour, free meals, flexible scheduling, and various benefits including medical insurance and tuition discounts. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience in food service preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific areas within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Communication in loud environments

Passion for customer service

Job description

Restaurant Team Member

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 will help ensure every guest receives our best by welcoming them, serving food, and contributing to a clean, inviting environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific areas 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

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age requirement (16+)
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Can clearly communicate 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)
• Enjoys working with food (food service experience is preferred but not required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans. Panera Bread is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or military status.

Location

Shiloh, IL – Green Mount Road

Pay

Competitive pay: $15.00 – $18.00 per hour. 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.