Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Panera LLC is hiring a Restaurant Team Member in Springdale, Arkansas. Your role centers on hospitality, ensuring every guest feels welcomed and attended to while executing tasks in the bakery-cafe.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, preparing food items, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting team members. Benefits range from competitive pay, on-shift meals, to health insurance and career growth.

If you are passionate about food service and customer interaction, apply to be part of our team!

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Can communicate clearly in a loud environment.
• Enjoys working with food.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Food service experience (preferred)

Job description

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread, your role is to be the heart of hospitality – bringing warmth, care, and joy to every guest interaction.

Responsibilities

• Execute the 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.
• Assembly 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 able to lift up to 25 lbs. & 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).
• Enjoys working with food; food service experience is preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

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.