Restaurant Team Member

Panera Bread is a leading bakery-cafe chain renowned for its fresh, high-quality food and warm, inviting atmosphere. As a company dedicated to delivering superior customer experiences, Panera Bread combines the best of a bakery, cafe, and community gathering space. With locations across the country, Panera Bread has built a reputation not only for its delicious salads, sandwiches, soups, and baked goods, but also for its commitment to service excellence and community engagement. The company’s mission emphasizes bringing warmth and care to every guest interaction, maintaining clean and safe environments, and supporting its team members in their growth and success. Panera Bread is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering a workplace where all employees can thrive.

The Restaurant Team Member position at Panera Bread embodies the heart of hospitality within the bakery-cafe. This role is fundamental in ensuring that every guest feels welcomed with warmth and enthusiasm from the moment they enter the establishment until they leave. Restaurant Team Members contribute directly to the bakery-cafe’s growing business by supporting operational needs in various aspects such as production, prepping ingredients, customer service, cashier duties, and maintaining quality control. By assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care and accuracy, the team member helps uphold Panera’s high standards for food quality.

Furthermore, the Restaurant Team Member ensures a clean, safe, and inviting environment by adhering to established food safety standards and cleaning protocols — a critical component to protecting guests and coworkers alike. The role demands adaptability, positive attitude, and proactive team support, including assisting with stocking, cleaning, and preparing for upcoming shifts. This position offers a dynamic and fast-paced workplace where multitasking is essential, creating an opportunity for team members to shine through exceptional guest service and teamwork.

Panera Bread offers competitive pay and is eligible for team tips, alongside a robust benefits package including free on-shift meals, flexible scheduling, paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays for full-time members), and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additional perks like pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition discounts, career advancement opportunities, a team member assistance program, and rewards further solidify Panera Bread as a rewarding place to start or grow a career in the food service industry. If you are passionate about making positive impacts in guests’ days and thrive in environments where warmth and hospitality lead the way, this Restaurant Team Member role at Panera Bread offers an invaluable experience and opportunity.