Salad and Sandwich Maker

Panera Bread is a renowned bakery-cafe chain known for its commitment to fresh, high-quality food and outstanding customer service. With a strong focus on community and culture, Panera nurtures an environment where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally. The company takes pride in providing a place where team members can be themselves while experiencing a fun, engaging, and rewarding workplace atmosphere. As part of its dedication to exceptional hospitality and quality food, Panera continues to expand and seeks passionate individuals to join its team. Panera offers a wide array of benefits, including competitive pay, flexible scheduling, paid time off, comprehensive medical coverage, and opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. They also provide perks such as free meals during shifts, tuition discounts, pet insurance, and team member assistance programs, reinforcing their approach of placing people first in every aspect of their operations.

The role of a Retail Team Member specializing as a Salad and Sandwich Maker at Panera involves preparing and assembling fresh salads, plating soups, and making sandwiches using real, wholesome ingredients—far from a conventional fast-food assembly line. This position is central to delivering the Panera promise of quality and warmth to every guest. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, maintains a positive attitude through every task, and embraces the company culture founded on warmth, belonging, and trust. Responsibilities include timely completion of cleaning and stocking duties to ensure operational smoothness across shifts, assembling various menu items with speed and accuracy, and consistently providing friendly and efficient service to enhance the guest experience. Candidates will benefit from working in a supportive team setting where growth and learning are encouraged, and every team member’s contribution is valued. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone passionate about food service who wants to build a career in a respected company dedicated to employee success and outstanding customer experiences. Compensation for this role ranges from $11.41 to $17.00 per hour, reflecting Panera's commitment to competitive pay. The employment type typically involves flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, ensuring a balanced work-life experience for its team members. Overall, this role offers a rewarding path for those who enjoy working with food, value teamwork, and seek to make a meaningful impact in the food service industry.