Warmth-Driven Café Team Member | Free Meals & Benefits

Panera Bread Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + tips

Free meals on shift

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical & dental insurance

Vision & life insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) with match

Team member rewards

Assistance program

Job summary

Panera Bread Company is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling meals, and supporting daily operations in our bakery-cafe. You’ll help ensure guests receive warm service, fresh food, and a welcoming environment at Panera.

You’ll work in a fast-paced setting, helping across Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, and more, with shifts that fit evenings, weekends, and holidays. Previous food service is a plus, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+ and ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Clear communication and quick understanding of directions in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile.
• Passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest.
• Fast-paced environment and multitask with ease.
• Reliable, punctual, flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food Handler’s Card (as required by law).
• Enjoy working with food; food service experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute duties for specific areas 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.
• Stay on the move – assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards.
• Be informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude.
• Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

Panera Bread Company is hiring a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, greeting guests, assembling meals, and supporting daily operations in our bakery-cafe. You’ll help ensure guests receive warm service, fresh food, and a welcoming environment at Panera.

You’ll work in a fast-paced setting, helping across Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, and more, with shifts that fit evenings, weekends, and holidays. Previous food service is a plus, and training is provided.