Team Member

Potbelly; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 21,008 - 21,697; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedule

Retirement Savings 401(k)

Job summary

Potbelly is seeking a friendly and outgoing Team Member for our Geneva, IL location. The role involves providing fast, friendly service, preparing quality food products, and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates should be at least 16 years old, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers competitive pay, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive team culture. Join us in providing excellent experiences in our neighborhood sandwich shop!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Illinois applicants required to be food safety certified within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly, and efficient service.
• Prepare quality finished products like sandwiches, salads, and cookies.
• Comply with health and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

Ability to handle kitchen heat

Team player

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

PAY TRANSPARENCY: earn between $15.25 and $15.75 plus digital tips!*

Do you hunger for more? Potbelly Sandwich Shop is looking for friendly and outgoing people who enjoy working in a fast-paced, friendly environment. We are where good vibes and great careers are a way of life! What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood sandwich shop with over 400 locations across the United States. But toasty sandwiches are only as good as the people behind them. And yeah, we've got the best. Ready to join our growing Potbelly Nation?

A Potbelly Associate's job is to help our customers enjoy lunch again. Since they are the primary point of customer contact, it is up to them to provide our customers an excellent experience by providing fast, friendly and efficient service and by delivering a quality and consistent product every time, in a clean and inviting environment.

What's In It For You**

• Competitive pay!
• 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 match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Discount Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Career growth opportunities

**If hired, you must meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to qualify

What you bring to the table

• You want to delight customers with great food and good vibes
• You are friendly and customer service oriented
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills
• You can handle the heat of the kitchen - knife skills are a plus!
• You love working in a fast-paced environment
• You're a team player
• You enjoy higher levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic
• You can manage potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish
• You're able to stand/walk a minimum of 3 hours or as needed
• You are at least 16 years of age
• You're able to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Illinois Applicants - all IL employees are required to become food safety certified within 30 days of employment.

Job Duties and Functions

• 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 proceduresEffectively handle customer complaints/issues
• Takes delivery/catering/pickup orders over the phone
• Others duties as assigned

*Potbelly cannot make guarantees about tip earnings*

We're an equal opportunity employer. Each applicant will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Position Information

Company: Potbelly Corporate

Position: Team Member

Status: Part Time

Shift: First (Day), Second (Afternoon), Third (Night)

Req #: 11027097

Date Posted: May 28, 2026

Location: 1530 Commons Drive, Geneva, US, IL, 60134

Job Category: Associate

Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted by [7/9/2026] to be considered for this position. The posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected before the deadline.