Restaurant Team Member

Restaurant Team Member At Panera Bread, we believe every guest deserves our best. As a Restaurant Team Member, you’ll be the heart of hospitality, bringing warmth, care, and joy to every interaction. You have the special opportunity to connect with our guests, directly impact the bakery‑cafe’s growing business, and serve local communities across the country. By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, finding ways to help, building personal connections, and creating moments of surprise and delight, you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back. Responsibilities Serve as an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction and delivering excellent service in every circumstance. Execute duties for your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (e.g., 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 – 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. Stay informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude, ensuring every guest gets our best. Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift. Benefits Competitive pay and eligibility for team tips. Free on‑shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages. Flexible, reliable scheduling. Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays (for full‑time team members). Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) with match available. Career advancement and leadership development opportunities. Tuition discounts. Perks and rewards for team members. Team‑member assistance program. Qualifications Minimum age requirement of 16years and ability to lift up to 25lbs and stand for extended periods. Clear communication and the ability to understand and follow directions in a loud environment. Strong interpersonal skills and enjoyment of making people smile. Passion for creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest. Thriving in a fast‑paced environment with the ability to multitask efficiently. Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Completion of basic food safety training and understanding (Food Handler’s Card required by law). Enjoyment of working with food (food service experience is preferred but not required). Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Veterans Location 601044 Festus, MO - West Gannon Drive #J-18808-Ljbffr Panera LLC