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 will help ensure every guest receives our best by sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, building personal connections, and finding moments to surprise and delight. Your actions create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back. Responsibilities Execute duties in your specific area within the bakery‑cafe (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive‑Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC). 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, assisting 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 to ensure every guest gets our best. Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift. What’s In It for You Competitive pay & eligible for team tips Free on‑shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages Flexible, reliable scheduling Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays (for full‑time team members) Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available Career advancement & leadership development opportunities Tuition discounts Perks & rewards for team members Team member assistance program This Opportunity Is for You Minimum age requirement of 16 Able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods Clear communication and ability to understand directions in a loud environment Strong interpersonal skills and a love of making people smile Passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can multitask with ease Reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Complete basic food safety training and hold a Food Handler’s Card as required by law Enjoy working with food (food service experience preferred but not required) Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Veterans. Competitive pay: $15.00 – $18.00 (actual pay offered will depend on experience, knowledge, skills, and location). Location 600651 Vernon Hills, IL - North Milwaukee Avenue #J-18808-Ljbffr