Warm-Hearted Restaurant Team Member — Guest Experience & Prep

Panera Bread; Town of Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & tips

Free on-shift meals

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life, pet ins

401(k) with match

Perks & rewards for team members

Team member assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth, care, and joy to every guest. In this role you’ll interact with guests, help assemble salads and sandwiches, and support daily bakery-cafe operations.

You’ll join a team that values fast-paced service, reliability, and flexible schedules, with benefits including tips, meals, and health coverage for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Able to communicate clearly in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for making guests smile.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food safety training (Food Handler’s Card) as required by law.
• Food service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for production, prep, service, cashier, expo, drive-thru, barista, guest experience champion, QC, etc.
• Greet every guest with 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.

Job description

Panera Bread is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth, care, and joy to every guest. In this role you’ll interact with guests, help assemble salads and sandwiches, and support daily bakery-cafe operations.

You’ll join a team that values fast-paced service, reliability, and flexible schedules, with benefits including tips, meals, and health coverage for full-time staff.