Question 1

Is Panera Bread a good company to work for as a Associate/Dishwasher?

Accepted Answer

Associate/Dishwasher professionals working at Panera Bread have rated their employer with 2.0 out of 5 stars in 94 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Panera Bread employees being 3.4 out of 5 stars. Search open Associate/Dishwasher Jobs at Panera Bread now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Associate/Dishwasher interview questions at Panera Bread.

Question 2

Does Panera Bread pay Associate/Dishwasher employees well?

Accepted Answer

Associate/Dishwasher professionals rate their compensation and benefits at Panera Bread with 1.7 out of 5 stars based on 94 anonymously submitted employee reviews. This is 52.2% worse than the company average rating for salary and benefits. Find out more about Associate/Dishwasher salaries at Panera Bread.

Question 3

How happy are Associate/Dishwasher professionals working at Panera Bread?

Accepted Answer

20% of Associate/Dishwasher employees at Panera Bread would recommend their employer to a friend. This rating has decreased by 53% in the past 12 months. Associate/Dishwasher professionals have also rated Panera Bread with a 1.9 rating for work-life-balance, 2.7 rating for diversity and inclusion, 1.9 rating for culture and values and 1.8 rating for career opportunities.

Question 4

What are the top reviewed jobs at Panera Bread?

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Associate (2105), Cashier (1787), Associate Trainer (847), Sales Associate/Cashier (574), Assistant Manager (548), Team Lead (481), Line Cook (448), Shift Supervisor (395), Sales Associate (385), Cashier/Barista (320), Baker (318), Manager (300), General Manager (289), Catering Coordinator (187), Team Member (169)

Question 5

What are the pros of working at Panera Bread according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"Great for people who have worked in food/retail/hospitality and want a more secure and challenging position" ((in 1043 reviews)); "Tips and great coworkers the best part was getting to know everyone over time and beholding a bond with people there and people that left." ((in 941 reviews)); "Very flexible hours and will do whatever they can to get you in and out when need be" ((in 841 reviews)); "Occasional "Bread Bashes" end up as work paid meetings that are boring but include free food and information on upcoming menu changes." ((in 640 reviews)); "Accommodating to flexible schedules and employees are always willing to assist when help is needed." ((in 417 reviews))

Question 6

What are the cons of working at Panera Bread according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"poor management and long exhausting days to get the work done as always improperly staffed." ((in 1793 reviews)); "The pay was low while I was there and raises came infrequently and were extremely low." ((in 1511 reviews)); "Associates and managers are rude and sarcastic in front of customers about other associates and managers." ((in 1032 reviews)); "Went on several more months with no raise while people were getting hired at up to $13/hr" ((in 221 reviews)); "Low hours and no training really" ((in 218 reviews))

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