Warmth-Driven Café Team Member — Guest Experience

Panera Bread; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free on-shift meals

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Job summary

Panera Bread in Wilmette, IL seeks a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth, care, and joy to every guest interaction. You’ll be the heart of hospitality, helping assemble meals and support daily operations with a positive attitude.

You will greet guests, assist across service areas, maintain a clean, safe dining environment, and participate in a team that values guest delight, accuracy, and speed during busy shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Minimum age 16+ to work.
• Clear communication with guests, managers, and team in a loud environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for making guests smile.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic food safety training or readiness to complete training.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with warmth and enthusiasm.
• Assist across service areas (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC).
• Assemble fresh salads, soups and sandwiches with accuracy and care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, inviting environment per food safety standards.
• Support the team by stocking and setting up for next shift.

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Panera Bread in Wilmette, IL seeks a Restaurant Team Member to bring warmth, care, and joy to every guest interaction. You’ll be the heart of hospitality, helping assemble meals and support daily operations with a positive attitude.

You will greet guests, assist across service areas, maintain a clean, safe dining environment, and participate in a team that values guest delight, accuracy, and speed during busy shifts.