Restaurant Team Member

Panera LLC; West Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-shift meals

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition discounts

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera LLC in West Springfield is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to deliver exceptional service and warmth to each guest. Responsibilities include preparing fresh food, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting a positive team environment.

Enjoy competitive pay between $12.00 and $15.00, free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, and numerous benefits including medical insurance and tuition discounts. Join us in creating moments of joy for our guests!

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement: 16+ and able to lift up to 25lbs.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort and joy for every guest.
• Food service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador, delivering excellent services.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Basic food safety understanding

Job description

Restaurant Team Member – Overview

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’ll connect with guests, directly impact our growing business, and serve local communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent services in every circumstance.
• Execute duties specific to your 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.

What’s In It for You

• Competitive pay ($12.00–$15.00) 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 & rewards for team members.
• Team member assistance program.

Opportunity Is for You

• Minimum age requirement: 16+ and able to lift up to 25lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• 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.
• Completely 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

601394 West Springfield, VA - Rolling Road.