Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Town of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera LLC in Watertown, NY is hiring for the position of Restaurant Team Member. As a team member, you’ll bring warmth and joy to guest interactions and contribute to the bakery-cafe's success by providing excellent service and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, preparing and serving food, and ensuring cleanliness. Candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, be reliable, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and passion for guest satisfaction.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest warmly and assist with orders.
• Assemble and serve food with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Food service experience

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. You will connect with guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and 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

• Act as an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction.
• Execute duties in your specific area (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.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & eligible for team tips ($16.00 - $19.00).
• 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 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication and quick understanding of directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Passion for 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 training (Food Handler’s Card as required by law).
• Food service experience preferred but not required.
• Enjoy working with food.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location: Watertown, NY – Towne Center Dr