Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Panera LLC is seeking a Restaurant Team Member in Wentzville, MO, who will bring warmth and joy to every customer interaction. This role includes various responsibilities within the bakery-cafe, such as greeting guests, assembling meals, and maintaining cleanliness.

The ideal candidate is 16+ years, passionate about guest service, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and numerous employee benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties in your specific area within the bakery-cafe.
• Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Food service experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

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

• Execute duties in your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (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.
• 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 able to 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.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disabled/Veterans

Location

600910 Wentzville, MO - West Pearce Road

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.