Restaurant Team Member - Cashier, Day and Overnight Shifts

Restaurant Team Member - Cashier, Day and Overnight Shifts

Chicago, United States

Company
Panera Bread
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Via
Panera Bread Careers

Job Description
At Panera, our people come first. If you're looking for a place where you can grow, feel supported, be yourself, enjoy great perks, and have a little fun along the way—you're in the right spot. We're here to help you succeed every day, in every way.

Get ready to rise and come join the fun where you will be a part of making the familiar fantastic! Because at Panera, the best thing of bread is sharing it.

What’s In It for You?
• Competitive pay & eligible for team tips
• Free on-shift meals & unlimited fountain beverages
• Flexible & reliable scheduling
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays for full-time team members
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance & 401(k) with match available
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities
• Tuition discounts
• Perks & rewards for team members
• Team member assistance program
• And much, much more!

As a Panera Retail Team Member Cashier, you’re the friendly face our guests see first-you’re always warm and welcoming. You’ll take orders with care, help guests feel and home, and send them off with a smile every time.

As a Cashier at Panera, Your Role Includes:
• Assist guests with orders quickly and accurately.
• Be knowledgeable on our menu and Limited Time Offers.
• Deliver excellent guest service in every circumstance.
• Be informed about the priorities of the day.
• Keep a positive attitude while facing each task, even the tough ones, and adapt to changes as they arise.
• Help build our Culture of warmth, belonging, growth, and trust

This Opportunity Is for You If:
• Minimum age: 16 years of age.
• Complete basic food safety understanding and practice training. (Food Handler’s Card, as required by law)
• Ability to work and learn in a fast-paced environment.
• This role requires flexible hours, including nights and weekends in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Be an ambassador of our Guiding Values and Behaviors by making people smile, learning and growing together, finding solutions and taking initiative, working (and winning) as a team, having fun and celebrating success, and seeing the best in others!
• While performing this job, the Cashier role is regularly required to:
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 25 pounds.
• Capability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours.
• Must be able to clearly communicate and quickly understand guests and associates’ directions in a loud environment.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Disabled/Veterans

Additional Description :

Competitive pay: $16.60 - $19.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for non-tipped restaurant workers like cooks or dishwashers in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for covered non-exempt workers, unchanged since July 24, 2009, and applicable in 2026. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many states have higher minimum wages exceeding $15 per hour.
Q What is the minimum cash wage for tipped servers in US restaurants in 2026 if tips don't meet the full minimum?
The federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour as of 2026; employers must ensure tips plus cash wage equal at least $7.25 per hour or make up the difference. This rule applies to servers, bartenders, and bussers who customarily receive more than $30 per month in tips. Tip pooling is allowed if it benefits tipped employees only.
Q What is the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses in US restaurants in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses at $36,460, or $17.53 per hour, based on May 2023 data serving as the benchmark for 2026. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,760, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $56,680 annually. Wages include tips as part of total earnings.
Q What visa is required for foreign workers to take seasonal restaurant jobs like servers in the US in 2026?
The H-2B visa allows temporary non-agricultural workers for seasonal restaurant jobs, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split as 33,000 per half-year. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129 with USCIS, with fees of $460 for the petition. Processing takes 2-4 months plus premium processing option for 15 days at $1,685.
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