Panera Bread Associate - Team Member

Panera Bread Cafe Associate

Are you a friendly, high energy, team player that enjoys working with people? Our cafe associates listen to our customers' needs, and deliver it fast, accurate and with a friendly smile. Our Associates take pride in every aspect of our work and perform it with energy and enthusiasm. We need strong team players, with a commitment to serving our guests and creating the warm and friendly atmosphere that Panera is known for. We have positions available for both food production and customer service associates. Wondering why you should be interested in Panera Bread?

We are a culture that supports a fun, upbeat work environment

Community Caring, we donate unsold baked goods to non-profit organizations

Food as it should be-We're all about making food you can feel good about eating

No late nights!

No grease & alcohol

Flexible schedules, so no worries if you have another job or are a student

Opportunity for career advancement

Panera Perks...Enjoy the good stuff

The health and well-being of our associates is a high priority at Panera Bread. We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our associates, based on eligibility and availability. We believe these are key components of our associates' Total Rewards and employment experience.

Competitive Pay - $16.50 -$17.00 per hour plus Tips

Health Care Benefits based on eligibility

Flexible Hours

Extensive Training

Meal Discounts

Real Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

We have positions available for both food production and customer service associates.

About the Restaurant Associate - Cashier position:

As a Cashier you will have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Panera menu

Take pride in every aspect of your work and perform it with energy and enthusiasm

Work as a team player with a commitment to outstanding customer service

About the Restaurant Associate Line Cook position:

As a line cook, you will prepare customer orders with accuracy and efficiency

Provide quality service, taking pride in working behind the scenes to prepare quality products for our customers

Contribute to an overall positive and collaborative environment

Qualifications

We're looking for:

Some food service or retail experience preferred (but not necessary)

Minimum age 16 years of age

Positive, friendly, and passionate about making guests happy

Must be energetic, and enjoy a fast paced environment

Great communication and people skills

Basic food safety understanding and practice