Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera LLC in Taylor, MI is looking for Restaurant Team Members to bring warmth and joy to every guest interaction. You'll serve in various roles within the bakery-cafe, ensuring a clean environment while providing exceptional service.

This position includes competitive pay, flexible scheduling, free meals, and opportunities for career advancement. Candidates should have strong communication skills, a passion for customer service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication in a loud environment

Reliability and punctuality

Ability to multitask

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.
• Stay on the move, assisting 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

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age requirement (16+)
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• Clear communication in a loud environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile
• Passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and multitask with ease
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Completion of basic food safety training (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoyment of working with food (food service experience 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. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Location: 601814 Taylor, MI - Eureka Rd