Shift Leader

Overview PAY TRANSPARENCY: earn between $17.00 and $17.50 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. The Shift Leader leads and behaves according to Potbelly values. They will lead a shift by managing and developing associates to execute outstanding product quality and customer service, build sales and control costs for each shift. 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 enjoy problem-solving You enjoy higher levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic You love working in a fast-paced environment You can manage potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish You can handle the heat of the kitchen - knife skills are a plus You're at least 18 years old A minimum of 1 year supervisory experience in a restaurant or retail environment preferred You're able to stand/walk for 8-9 hours or as needed 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 Lead team members on shifts, including efficient assignment of tasks while providing feedback Ensure all security procedures are followed Ensure back-of-the-house procedural standards are met Count drawers and follow proper daily cash handling procedures Prepare quality finished products (sandwiches, salads, soups, cookies, ice cream, etc.) efficiently Comply with health and safety standards for food, cleanliness and safety Restock food line, chips and cooler 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 Other duties as assigned As a requirement of the position, all Shift Leaders and Managers must be trained and pass a Food Safety Certification course. In Illinois, certification is required through the Illinois Department of Public Health, while in all other states certification is required through the National Restaurant Association (ServSafe), National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or the National Environmental Health Association (Prometric). Should the Shift Leader or Manager fail to pass the certification requirements after two attempts, they will not be qualified to continue to perform in a Shift Leader or Management capacity. *Potbelly cannot make guarantees about tip earnings What you bring to the table (continued) You are committed to a welcoming and respectful environment that values diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and strengths All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need Equal Opportunity Were 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. Application Deadline Applications must be submitted by [9/22/2025] to be considered for this position. The posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected before the deadline. Already applied? Go to TalentReef to see your application Position Information Company: Potbelly Corporate Position: Shift Leader Status: Part Time Shift: First (Day), Second (Afternoon), Third (Night) Req #: 10728107 Date Posted: August 25, 2025 Location: 519 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, US, IL, 60523 Job Category: Associate #J-18808-Ljbffr