Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Health insurance options

Paid vacation for full-time staff

401(k) with match

Career development

Job summary

Panera Bread in Sterling, VA is seeking a Restaurant Team Member who will be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and joy to every guest.

You’ll work in a fast-paced bakery-cafe, supporting production, service, cashiering, and guest experience, with flexible scheduling and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits include free on-shift meals, health insurance options, paid vacation for full‑time staff, 401(k) with match, and career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Clear communication in loud environments with guests and team members.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to make guests smile.
• Thrives in a fast-paced setting with multitasking.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist in production, prep, service, cashier, expo, drive-thru, barista, and guest experience areas.
• Assemble salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment following food safety standards.
• Support team by completing cleaning and stocking tasks for the next shift.
• Stay informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Restaurant Team Member at Panera Bread. As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll be the heart of hospitality – bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction and helping ensure every guest receives our best.

Responsibilities

As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent services in every circumstance. Your daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

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.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and able to 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.
• 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).
• Enjoy working with food. (Food service experience preferred but not required).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panera Bread is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans.

Compensation

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 upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.