Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Timber Creek (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Restaurant Team Member in Timber Creek, Arkansas. As a Restaurant Team Member, you'll provide warm hospitality and create joyful experiences for guests. Responsibilities include greeting guests, assembling food orders, and maintaining cleanliness in the cafe.

The role offers competitive pay, flexible schedules, and benefits like paid time off, medical insurance, and career advancement opportunities. We're seeking individuals with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement (16+) and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must clearly communicate and understand directions in a loud environment.
• Food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Food safety understanding

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. Restaurant Team Members have the special opportunity to connect with amazing guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and most importantly serve local communities across the country. 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

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 will include, but are not limited to:

• Restaurant Team Members will execute the duties for their specific areas 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.

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

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.

Opportunity Is for You

• If you meet the minimum age requirement (16+) and can 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.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• You’re passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease.
• You’re 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)
• You enjoy working with food. (Food service experience is preferred but not required.)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Location

606204 North Little Rock, AR - Lakewood Village Drive