Retail Team Member - Cashier

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Team tips
free on-shift meals
Unlimited fountain beverages
flexible scheduling
Paid vacation
Sick Time
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) with match
career advancement
Leadership development
tuition discounts
Perks and rewards
Team Member Assistance Program

Job Description

Panera Bread is a leading bakery-cafe chain that is renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality, freshly baked bread, sandwiches, soups, and salads in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Since its inception, Panera has focused on creating a unique customer experience by combining delicious food with exceptional service, fuelled by a team-oriented work culture that values growth, inclusion, and respect for all employees. Panera stands out as a company that puts its people first, cultivating an environment where employees can feel supported, motivated, and appreciated while contributing to making everyday experiences familiar yet fantastic. The company is a favorite destination for those seeking not only great food but also a positive, rewarding workplace.

As a Panera Retail Team Member Cashier, you will be the first friendly face that guests encounter upon entering the establishment. This role is pivotal in shaping the guest's experience by offering warm, welcoming service that makes every customer feel at home. The cashier is expected to take orders with care and efficiency, ensuring that each guest leaves with a smile, satisfied with both the service and the food they receive. The position requires a person who thrives in a fast-paced setting and remains adaptable to the dynamic environment of the café. With an eye for detail and a penchant for customer service excellence, you will support the team in upholding the culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust that Panera champions.

The role offers competitive pay with eligibility for team tips, free on-shift meals, and unlimited fountain beverages to keep you energized. Panera values work-life balance and offers flexible and reliable scheduling, making it easier to maintain a personal and professional balance. Full-time team members enjoy paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, and 401(k) plans with matching. Career advancement opportunities and leadership development programs are also available, providing a pathway for growth within the company. Additional perks include tuition discounts, employee rewards programs, and a team member assistance program designed to support your overall well-being.

Joining Panera as a cashier means embracing the company’s Guiding Values and Behaviors, such as making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions proactively, working collaboratively as a team, having fun, celebrating success, and seeing the best in others. If you are enthusiastic about creating memorable guest experiences in a vibrant, inclusive environment and want to be part of a community that values each person’s contribution, this role is an excellent fit. Being a Panera Retail Team Member Cashier is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to grow, connect, and thrive in a company that truly values its people.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum age 16 years
  • Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler's Card, as required by law)
  • Ability to work and learn in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible hours including nights and weekends
  • Ability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand directions in a loud environment

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum age 16 years
  • Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training (Food Handler's Card, as required by law)
  • Ability to work and learn in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills to interact effectively with guests and team members
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Job Duties

  • Assist guests with orders quickly and accurately
  • Be knowledgeable on our menu and Limited Time Offers
  • Deliver excellent guest service in every circumstance
  • Be informed about the priorities of the day
  • Keep a positive attitude while facing each task and adapt to changes as they arise
  • Help build our culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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