Daytime Team Member

Potbelly (Potbelly Corporate)•The Woodlands, TX

2d•$13 - $13

About The Position

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is hiring a daytime Team Member to provide customers with fast, friendly, and efficient service and consistently deliver quality products in a clean, inviting environment. Team Members work across shop stations, help open the shop, prepare food, serve customers, and contribute to an energetic, welcoming atmosphere. The role is offered at $12.75–$13.25 plus digital tips; Potbelly does not guarantee tip earnings. The position requires availability for morning and daytime shifts within the 8 a.m.–4 p.m. window, though availability for the entire window is not required. Applicants must be at least 16 years old. Employees in Illinois must obtain food safety certification within 30 days of employment. Employees who are 18 or older may use the automatic slicer to prepare food items. Potbelly describes its workplace as welcoming and respectful, valuing different perspectives and backgrounds. It is an equal opportunity employer. The company may use AI-assisted tools in recruitment, but final employment decisions are made by people. Applications must be submitted by December 21, 2026, and the posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years of age.
Have a friendly, customer-first mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, energetic environment.
Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Be comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment.
Be able to manage potential exposure to peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, and shellfish.
Be a team player.
Be able to stand or walk for a minimum of 3 hours or as needed.
Be able to lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Illinois employees must become food safety certified within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Knife skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Work at multiple stations, including load, dress, shakes, cash, prep, and front, as directed by a Shift Leader or Manager.
Follow health and safety standards for food, cleanliness, and safety.
Restock the food line, chips, and cooler.
Efficiently prepare quality sandwiches, salads, soups, cookies, ice cream, and other products.
Use the automatic slicer to prepare food items if 18 or older.
Clean tables, counters, floors, bathrooms, kitchen areas, and utensils; take out trash.
Operate the cash register and follow cash-handling procedures, including handling and balancing cash.
Effectively handle customer complaints and issues.
Take delivery, catering, and pickup orders over the phone.
Perform other duties as assigned.