Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Panera LLC in Virginia Beach is seeking a Restaurant Team Member who embodies warmth and joy in guest interactions. Responsibilities include providing top-notch service, preparing food items, and maintaining cleanliness.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, has good communication skills, and thrives in a dynamic environment. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and efficiency.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Food service experience

Ability to multitask

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.

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:

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
• 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 so 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

This Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and able to 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.
• 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.
• Completed 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

Disabled/Veterans

Location

600757 Virginia Beach, VA - First Colonial Road