SALAD AND SANDWICH MAKER

Panera Bread; Winchester (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance-based raise

Free meals on shifts

Career growth opportunities

Paid vacation & holidays for full‑time

Medical, dental, vision, life ins., 访

Job summary

Panera Bread in Ballwin, MO is seeking a Panera Cafe Associate: Salad & Sandwich Maker to join a friendly, fast-paced cafe team. You will assemble a wide range of menu items, ensure orders are made quickly and accurately, and help maintain a welcoming dining experience for guests.

No prior food service is required, but enthusiasm for teamwork and customer service helps. You will work with a supportive team, learn Panera's methods, and have opportunities to grow with the brand.

Qualifications

• Food service experience is preferred, but not required.
• At least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assemble a wide range of menu items.
• Ensure every order is made quickly, correctly, and consistently.
• Meet speed and accuracy goals.
• Help build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
• Step in and support your manager and team.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

PANERA CAFE ASSOCIATE: SALAD & SANDWICH MAKER

Want to work in a place where you can learn, laugh, be supported, be yourself and reach your goals? If so, then Panera is for you. We do everything possible to earn your trust and help you succeed‑every day, in every way. Come join the fun!

Panera Perks

• Competitive pay
• Eligible for a quarterly increase based on performance
• Free meals on shifts
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid vacation & holidays for full‑time team members
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, vacation & 401(k) with match available

Responsibilities

• Assemble a wide range of menu items.
• Ensure every order is made quickly, correctly, and consistently.
• Meet speed and accuracy goals.
• Help build our culture of Warmth, Belonging, Growth, and Trust.
• Step in and support your manager and team.

This Job is for You if

• You enjoy working with food. (Note: Food service experience is preferred, but not required).
• You want to partner with a fun, energized team that can work hard and laugh often.
• You like the hustle and bustle of the hospitality industry.
• You're committed to health and food safety.
• You're at least 16 years of age.
• You are passionate about our Guiding Values and Behaviors:
  • Warmth for guests: Making people smile
  • Bold thoughts, brave actions: Learning, growing, and taking risks
  • Own it: Finding solutions and taking initiative
  • Win together: Working (and winning) as a team
  • Inspire and celebrate: Having fun and celebrating success
  • Rooted in respect: Seeing the best in others

Growth Opportunities at Panera

• A Path to Success: Most of our retail managers started as hourly associates. Our career path program helps you get there.
• Skills and Training: Every day at Panera we help build your skills and prepare you for a strong career—whatever your goals may be.
• Nationwide Opportunities: We open about 100 new cafes each year—so you'll have plenty of chances to move or grow with us.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Affluent‑Action Employer

600620 Ballwin, MO - Manchester Road