Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Town of Whitestown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Panera LLC in the Town of Whitestown is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth and hospitality to every guest interaction. You will help create memorable experiences while executing your duties in various areas like Production, Cashier, and Guest Experience Champion.

This role offers competitive pay, free on-shift meals, and medical benefits for full-time team members, along with opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about making a difference for their guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 16+.
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Food safety understanding

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. You will 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).
• 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 while staying on the move.
• 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.
• 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+
• Can lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods
• 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 preferred but not required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Panera Bread is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider disabled personnel and veterans in all hiring decisions.