Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance

401(k) with match

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Vestavia Hills, AL, is looking for a Restaurant Team Member who will be at the heart of hospitality. The role involves bringing warmth and care to guest interactions, executing various responsibilities in the bakery-cafe, and supporting team success.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, possess strong communication skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible scheduling, free meals, and additional perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and passion for creating moments of comfort.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility for various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest warmly and enthusiastically.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment

Basic 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. 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).
• 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 and eligible for team tips.
• Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages.
• Flexible, reliable scheduling.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays (for full‑time team members).
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match available.
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities.
• Tuition discounts.
• Perks and rewards for team members.
• Team member assistance program.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication skills and ability to quickly understand 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.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and multitask with ease.
• Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• 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: 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: 600809 Vestavia, AL – Highway 31