Warmth-Driven Café Team Member

Panera Bread; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free meals

Paid vacation (full-time)

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread in New York, NY seeks a Restaurant Team Member to greet guests, assemble food with care, and provide quick, friendly service. You’ll contribute to a clean, welcoming bakery-cafe and help deliver a consistently great guest experience. Training in food safety is provided; prior food service is a plus.

Benefits include competitive pay, free on-shift meals, and opportunities for growth with the Panera team. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is preferred to support guest needs.

Qualifications

• Greeting guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
• Basic food safety understanding and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care.
• Assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment.
• Stay adaptable to daily priorities and changes.
• Support team by cleaning, stocking, and setup for next shift.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Food safety

Flexibility

Fast learner

Job description

Panera Bread in New York, NY seeks a Restaurant Team Member to greet guests, assemble food with care, and provide quick, friendly service. You’ll contribute to a clean, welcoming bakery-cafe and help deliver a consistently great guest experience. Training in food safety is provided; prior food service is a plus.

Benefits include competitive pay, free on-shift meals, and opportunities for growth with the Panera team. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is preferred to support guest needs.