Team Member (PA)

Panera Bread, operated under American Bread Company, is a renowned bakery-cafe franchise celebrated for its commitment to providing high-quality food and an inviting atmosphere for customers. As a top franchise group with considerable growth potential, Panera is more than just a place to work; it is a vibrant community where employees can learn, have fun, and achieve their personal and professional goals. Panera Bread emphasizes its core values such as warmth for guests, taking bold actions, ownership, teamwork, celebrating success, and respect—values that deeply influence the day-to-day work environment and customer interaction.

As an employer, Panera offers a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals are encouraged to be themselves and thrive. They provide competitive pay combined with tips, paid vacation, complimentary meals during shifts, and innovative financial benefits such as on-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv. This role is ideal for hardworking, motivated, and friendly individuals who appreciate the dynamic pace of the hospitality industry and are ready to grow within a quick-service food environment.

The role of a Team Member at Panera is comprehensive and essential to fostering the company’s promise of delivering "real food, real fast." Unlike typical fast-food kitchens, Panera’s culinary line is vibrant and diverse, involving preparation, cooking, assembling, and plating a wide variety of menu items such as soups, salads, grain bowls, sandwiches, among others. The ingredients used are always fresh and real. Team Members are expected to assemble orders accurately and promptly, consistently meeting speed and accuracy goals to ensure customer satisfaction.

Beyond order preparation, Team Members contribute significantly to building and maintaining the culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust. They support their managers and collaborate closely with peers to ensure a smooth operation, especially during busy hours. This position requires individuals to be adaptable, committed to food and health safety standards, and passionate about working in a fast-paced environment.

Panera welcomes applicants aged 16 and older and does not require previous experience in food service, although it is preferred. The company values individuals who enjoy working with food, thrive in a team setting, and can handle high-pressure situations while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude. Individuals who align with Panera’s guiding principles — making guests smile with warmth, embracing risks for growth, owning initiatives, winning as a team, celebrating success, and showing respect for others — will find a fulfilling and rewarding career opportunity here.

Working at Panera means starting every day with fresh ingredients and endless possibilities. It’s more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of a company that values individual contributions, encourages growth, and celebrates collective success while delivering wholesome food to customers. With an hourly wage ranging from $13 to $16 plus tips, combined with fantastic benefits and a friendly workplace culture, Panera is an excellent place to launch or advance a career in the hospitality industry. American Bread Company dba Panera Bread is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.