Restaurant Team Member - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Potbelly Sandwich Works; Kildeer (IL); On-site; USD 21,008 - 21,697; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

FSA and HSA with Employer Contribution

Commuter Benefit Program

Retirement Savings 401(k) with company

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Discount Program

Flexible Work Schedule

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Potbelly Sandwich Works in Illinois is hiring a Potbelly Associate to deliver fast, friendly service and a quality, consistent product in a clean, inviting environment.

You will work multiple stations, maintain safety and cleanliness, handle cash, stock, and customer concerns, and help with catering orders. The role supports eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a popular national brand.

Qualifications

• You are at least 16 years of age.
• Friendly, customer-first mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a bustling kitchen environment (knife skills are a big plus).
• Ability to manage allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish.
• You're a team player.
• Able to stand/walk a minimum of 3 hours or as needed.
• Able to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Illinois Applicants - all IL employees must become food safety certified within 30 days of employment.

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, etc.) 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: handle, balance and follow all cash handling procedures.
• Effectively handle customer complaints/issues.
• Takes delivery/catering/pickup orders over the phone.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Stamina

Allergen awareness

Kitchen knife skills

Physical strength

Job description

Potbelly Sandwich Works in Illinois is hiring a Potbelly Associate to deliver fast, friendly service and a quality, consistent product in a clean, inviting environment.

You will work multiple stations, maintain safety and cleanliness, handle cash, stock, and customer concerns, and help with catering orders. The role supports eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a popular national brand.