Restaurant Team Member Needed - Lakewood, CA

Posted on: 06-15-2026 08:30 AM PST

Job Description:

By sharing a warm welcome, delivering food with gratitude, always looking for ways to help, building personal connections, and finding moments to surprise and delight, you help create meaningful experiences that keep guests coming back
As a Restaurant Team Member, you will be an ambassador for bringing Panera Warmth to life with each guest interaction, delivering excellent services in every circumstance
Restaurant Team Members will execute the duties for their specific areas within the bakery-cafe (e.g., Production, Prep, Service, Cashier, Expo, Drive-Thru, Barista, Guest Experience Champion, QC, etc.)
Greet every guest with genuine warmth and enthusiasm
Assemble fresh salads, soups, and sandwiches with care, accuracy, and efficiency – no assembly lines, just real ingredients and great food
Stay on the move – assist guests at entry, cashier, and dining areas
Maintain a clean, safe, and inviting environment by following food safety standards and cleaning protocols
Be informed about daily priorities and adapt to changes with a positive attitude – every guest gets our best
Support team success by completing cleaning and stocking duties and helping set up the next shift
and stand for extended periods

Job Requirements:

You meet the minimum age requirement (16+) and can lift up to 25 lbs
Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests, managers, and team members’ directions in a loud environment
You have strong interpersonal skills and love making people smile
You’re passionate about creating moments of comfort, connection, and joy for every guest
You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can multitask with ease
You’re reliable, punctual, and flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training
(Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
You enjoy working with food

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JOB-71455

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