Salad and Sandwich Maker

Panera Bread is a well-established chain of bakery-cafe fast casual restaurants known for its fresh, high-quality food offerings and commitment to customer satisfaction. Since its founding, Panera has grown into a leading brand recognized for serving a diverse menu that includes artisan breads, flavorful soups, freshly prepared salads, and delicious sandwiches, all made with carefully selected real ingredients. The company emphasizes a positive workplace culture that values its employees, promotes growth opportunities, and supports a collaborative and inclusive environment. Employees at Panera are encouraged to be themselves, contribute their unique talents, and enjoy a workplace that fosters both personal and professional development. Working at Panera means being part of a community committed to excellence and a passion for great food and warm service.

The Salad and Sandwich Maker role at Panera is an exciting opportunity to join the team responsible for preparing and assembling fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches in a manner that emphasizes quality, accuracy, and timeliness. Unlike fast-food assembly lines, this role involves attention to detail and pride in crafting menu items with fresh, real ingredients that delight guests. As part of the retail team, you will engage in activities that ensure every customer experience is warm, friendly, and satisfying, contributing to Panera's reputation for exceptional food and service. This full-time or part-time position offers competitive pay, with rates typically ranging from $17.13 to $19.00 per hour, depending on experience and location, and includes eligibility for team tips. The scheduling is flexible and reliable, accommodating varying availability including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment.

This position also offers numerous benefits such as free on-shift meals and unlimited fountain drinks, paid vacation and sick time for full-time employees, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance options, 401(k) retirement plans with company match, tuition discounts, career advancement opportunities, and team member rewards programs. As a Salad and Sandwich Maker, you will also play a critical role in maintaining a clean and organized workspace, supporting the success of upcoming shifts by diligently performing cleaning and stocking duties. Your positive attitude and adaptability will be key as you manage daily priorities and help build Panera's culture of warmth, belonging, trust, and growth. This position is perfect for individuals who enjoy working with food, thrive in dynamic environments, and value making a positive impact on every guest interaction.