Nighttime Team Member; Shifts

Overview

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 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. Ready to join our growing Potbelly Nation?

We are hiring Team Members available for evening and night shifts starting after 4pm. Join our team to help close the shop, serve customers, and keep the energy and good vibes going until the end of the day.

A Potbelly Associate helps our customers enjoy lunch by delivering fast, friendly and efficient service and by providing a quality and consistent product every time, in a clean and inviting environment. They are the primary point of customer contact and ensure an excellent customer experience.

• 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

• 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
• Take delivery/catering/pickup orders over the phone
• Other duties as assigned

* Potbelly cannot make guarantees about tip earnings*

At Potbelly, we are committed to creating a welcoming and respectful environment where individuals are valued for their unique perspectives, backgrounds, and strengths. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We are 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.

Applications must be submitted by [3/19/2026] to be considered for this position. The posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected before the deadline.

Company:
Potbelly Corporate

Position:
Nighttime Team Member (Shifts after 4pm)

Status:
Part Time

Shift:
Third (Night)

Req #:

Date Posted:
February 05, 2026

Location: 19 W. Ogden Ave, Westmont, US, IL, 60559

Job Category:
Associate