Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC in Waterford Charter Township is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to deliver exceptional service and create warmth and joy for every guest. You will greet every guest with genuine enthusiasm and help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be a good communicator, and enjoy working with food. This position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and various benefits, including medical insurance and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must communicate clearly in a loud environment.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent service as an ambassador for Panera.
• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh food items with care.
• Maintain a clean and inviting environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Food service experience

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

Overview

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

• Deliver excellent service in every circumstance as an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction.
• Execute duties for specific areas within the bakery‑cafe (e.g., 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 – no assembly lines, just real ingredients and great food.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas and stay 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 – 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.

Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age requirement (16+).
• Must be able to 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.
• Thrive 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).
• Enjoy working with food (food service experience is preferred but not required).

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans.

600750 Waterford, MI - Highland Road