Salad and Sandwich Maker

Panera Bread; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & team tips

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with match

Team member assistance program

Job summary

A popular bakery-cafe chain is looking for team members to provide excellent customer service and maintain a clean environment. Responsibilities include preparing menu items quickly and accurately, ensuring guest satisfaction, and contributing to a positive workplace culture. Ideal for individuals who enjoy food service and thrive in fast-paced settings. Full-time positions offer several perks including paid time off and insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 16 years.
• Complete basic food safety training.
• Enjoy working with food.

Responsibilities

• Be informed about the day’s priorities.
• Complete cleaning and stocking duties on time.
• Deliver warm, friendly service.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.

Skills

Food service experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Flexibility with hours

Communication skills

Job description

At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the way—you're in the right spot. We're here to help you succeed every day, in every way.

Get ready to rise and join the fun where you will be part of making the familiar fantastic! Because at Panera, the bread experience is all about sharing it.

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive pay & eligible for team tips
• Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays for full‑time team members
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available
• Perks & rewards for team members
• Team member assistance program
• And much, much more!

Responsibilities

• Be informed about the day’s priorities.
• Maintain a positive attitude while facing all tasks, adapting to changes as they arise.
• Complete cleaning and stocking duties on time—set the next shift up for success.
• Assemble a wide range of menu items, meeting speed and accuracy goals by ensuring every order is made quickly, correctly, and consistently.
• Ensure each guest has a great experience by delivering warm, friendly service every time.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum age: 16 years.
• Complete basic food safety training (Food Handler’s Card or equivalent).
• Enjoy working with food (food service experience preferred but not required).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexible hours, including nights and weekends; adapt to shifting priorities.
• Physical requirements:
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Communicate clearly and quickly understand directions in a loud environment.
• Be an ambassador of our guiding values and behaviors: making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions, taking initiative, working as a team, having fun, and celebrating success.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans