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Food Prep Associate

Potbelly Sandwich Works
Sioux, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025 CLOSED ON 2/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Prep Associate position at Potbelly Sandwich Works?

An Associate in charge of Food Prep will be in charge of just that-slicing and prepping meats, cheeses, and vegetables so we are ready to make sandwiches and salads for our customers.

This is a part-time or full-tim job with flexiable hours. The normal hours would be 8am-noon. Just let us know what works for you!

STARTING PAY IS $15-$18 PER HOUR INCLUDING TIPS

Physical Functions:

Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 3 hours or as needed.

Must be able to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 3 hours or as needed.

Be able to lift up to 20 pounds frequently, up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Will frequently reach, feel, bend, stoop, carry, finely manipulate and key in data.

Work in both warm and cool environments.

High levels of noise from music, customer and employee traffic.

Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish.

Requirements:

Experience, Education and Behaviors

Must represent Potbelly Advantage and Our Values.

At least 18 years old.

Friendly and Food Loving.

Ability to work quickly while maintaining safety standards and procedures.

Ability to properly handle a knife, confidently.

Attention to detail.

Ability to work as a team.

Ability to work early morning hours.

Ability to work consistent schedule.

Prior food prep/food service experience, a plus.

Previous experience controlling food costs, a plus.

Ability to comprehend and communicate in English via verbal and written communication, such that employee can perform his or her job responsibilities.

Must demonstrate leadership behaviors and values that align with Potbelly.


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