Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

Panera Bread is a leading bakery-cafe chain known for its freshly baked bread, delicious soups, sandwiches, and salads. Committed to creating an extraordinary dining experience, Panera focuses deeply on providing a warm and welcoming environment for its customers as well as its employees. With a reputation for quality food made from simple ingredients, Panera has grown into a trusted destination for individuals and families looking to enjoy wholesome meals in a friendly, community-centered atmosphere.

Panera's culture puts its people first, fostering an inclusive work environment where employees are supported, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic selves. The company offers career advancement and leadership development opportunities, recognizing that investing in its team members is key to long-term success. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling, and a supportive environment, Panera truly prioritizes employee well-being and development.

As a Panera Retail Team Member Cashier, you will be the friendly face greeting guests and the critical link ensuring an exceptional customer experience. This role centers around providing warm and attentive service by quickly and accurately taking customer orders and answering questions about the menu and limited-time offers. You will help make every customer feel welcome and leave with a smile by delivering outstanding guest service with a positive attitude, even in a fast-paced and sometimes challenging environment.

This cashier position requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a genuine desire to contribute to Panera's culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust. Your responsibilities will include assisting guests efficiently during busy periods, staying informed about daily priorities and promotions, and supporting a culture that celebrates team success. Physical tasks are part of the role, including the ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds and to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ideal candidates should be at least 16 years old, possess a basic understanding of food safety with the applicable Food Handler's Card, and be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends as needed. The position offers competitive pay plus eligibility for team tips, free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain beverages, paid vacation and sick time for full-time team members, and comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision. Additionally, Panera provides a 401(k) with match, tuition discounts, pet insurance, and a variety of employee perks designed to support overall well-being.

Working at Panera means joining a team that values positivity, initiative, and teamwork while having fun and celebrating successes. If you are enthusiastic about customer service and looking for an opportunity to grow with a respected company, the retail team member cashier role at Panera is a great fit. Join Panera and help make the familiar fantastic by sharing not just bread, but smiles and exceptional experiences every day.