Restaurant Team Member

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & eligible for team tips

Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages

Flexible, reliable scheduling

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC is looking for a Restaurant Team Member to embody warmth and hospitality at Panera Bread in Suffern, NY. The role includes greeting guests, assembling food items, and maintaining a clean environment while ensuring a positive experience for every customer.

Ideal candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, be reliable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include competitive pay starting at $16.00 - $19.00, free meals during shifts, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and able to lift 25 lbs.
• Able to communicate clearly in a loud environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food safety understanding.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Food service experience

Job description

About the Role

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 be an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent services in every circumstance and directly impacting the bakery‑cafe’s growing business while serving local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• 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 & 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and can lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to 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.
• Basic food safety understanding and practice training. (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Enjoy working with food. (Food service experience is preferred but not required.)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans.

Competitive pay: $16.00 - $19.00. 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: 606080 - Suffern, NY - North Airmont Road.

Panera Bread is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.