Warmth-First Restaurant Team Member | Fast-Paced Service

Panera Bread; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 15,154,000 - 20,664,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free meals on shift

Paid vacation and holidays (full-time)

Medical, dental, vision insurance & 1k

Job summary

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and care with every guest interaction. You will help assemble fresh menu items, greet guests warmly, and keep a clean, inviting bakery-cafe environment.

Ideal candidates enjoy fast-paced teamwork, are reliable, and can work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Food safety basics are expected, with potential benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16+
• Can lift up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to communicate clearly in a loud environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoy making people smile
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Greet every guest with warmth and enthusiasm
• Assist in bakery-cafe areas (Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista, QC)
• Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care
• Stay on the move, assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas
• Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards
• Support team by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Panera Bread is seeking a Restaurant Team Member to be the heart of hospitality, delivering warmth and care with every guest interaction. You will help assemble fresh menu items, greet guests warmly, and keep a clean, inviting bakery-cafe environment.

Ideal candidates enjoy fast-paced teamwork, are reliable, and can work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Food safety basics are expected, with potential benefits for full-time staff.