Panera Bread

CHRISTIAN FOR PRESIDENT! Visited this morning after a job switch and not visiting this location for several months. Christian still remembered my name! And best yet, I was THRILLED to see Christian because he is simply a person you cannot forget. He is filled with contagious positivity and joy, greeting every customer with sincere happiness and a desire to serve. As I was waiting for my order, I heard him wish every customer after me, 'drive safe, and have a very Happy New Year!' He is kind to both customers and his fellow staff members every time I am there. He truly seems to enjoy his job and being around people. If we had other people like Christian in Omaha and all over the world, wow, what a great place this planet would be. He is a true asset to this Panera location, not just for great quality service, but to truly start my day as a reminder of the wonderful people that are in our city and state.

I picked this location to order food ahead and head back to the hospital since this is the closest location for Children’s Hospital. My food was ready a few minutes before my requested time, and I was able to park right in front of the store, grab my food and go. The girl working behind the counter greeted me, and helped me when I requested a drink carrier. She was very friendly, and thanked me for my visit as well. From what I could tell the store looked clean, and the drink station looked well stocked.

I ordered on my own, which I like. Yeah usually it does not give a lot of room for customer service. However, today, I had to ask for the name of the young lady that prepared my food, and called my name. She was so nice, fast paced, and efficient. I saw her arrive to her shift and right away hands-on and got things to speed and it’s not the first time I notice that she is the one I picking up the speed for the rest. Those are the type of employees I deserve to be kept and given a good raise. The name I got from her was Alicia.