Cafe Team Member — Flexible Hours & Growth

Potbelly Sandwich Works; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Domestic Partnership

Parental Leave

FSA/HSA

Commuter Benefits

401(k) Match

Assistant Program

Paid Time Off

Discount Program

Flexible Schedule

Career Growth

Job summary

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is hiring friendly, outgoing team members for a fast-paced environment. Earn between $17.25 and $17.75 per hour plus digital tips, with benefits and growth opportunities.

We offer medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, and flexible schedules. Applicants must be 16+ and capable of standing and lifting up to 50 lbs. Apply by Oct 17, 2026.

Qualifications

• You are at least 16 years of age.
• Friendly, customer-first mindset for a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Comfortable in a bustling kitchen environment; knife skills a plus.
• Able to manage allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, shellfish.
• Team player.
• Stand/walk minimum 3 hours; lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Work multiple stations (load, dress, shakes, cash, prep, front) as directed by a Shift Leader or Manager.
• Comply with health and safety standards for food, cleanliness and safety.
• Restock food line, chips and cooler.
• Prepare quality finished products (sandwiches, salads, soups, cookies, ice cream) efficiently.
• If 18 or older, use of the automatic slicer to prep food items.
• Clean tables, counters, floors, bathrooms, kitchen and utensils; take out trash.
• Operate cash register and handle cash procedures.
• Handle customer complaints/issues effectively.
• Take delivery, catering and pickup orders over the phone.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer-first mindset

Strong communication

Kitchen environment

Allergen management

Team player

Stand/walk 3 hours

Lift up to 50 lbs

16 years of age

Job description

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is hiring friendly, outgoing team members for a fast-paced environment. Earn between $17.25 and $17.75 per hour plus digital tips, with benefits and growth opportunities.

We offer medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, and flexible schedules. Applicants must be 16+ and capable of standing and lifting up to 50 lbs. Apply by Oct 17, 2026.