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?
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Job Title: Director of Field Human Resources
Location: Chicago, Washington DC, DFW or Atlanta
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Chief People Officer
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary: Potbelly is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Field Human Resources to lead HR initiatives across our national footprint of company-owned and operated locations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that align with the overall business objectives. The Director of Field HR, will play a crucial role in fostering the good vibes work culture we strive for, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and supporting the organization's talent management and employee relations efforts.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
Strategic HR Leadership:
Talent Management:
Employee Relations:
Performance Management:
Compliance and Legal:
Training and Development:
HR Metrics and Reporting:
Qualifications:
If you are a seasoned HR professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for driving positive workplace experiences, we invite you to apply for the position of Director of Field Human Resources at Potbelly. Join us in shaping a dynamic, thriving, and growing organization in a critical leadership role!
Potbelly is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Potbelly are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Application Deadline: We accept applications for this position until 07/31/2026. The posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected before the deadline. We encourage all individuals to submit their applications.
Potbelly actively creates and promotes an environment that is inclusive of all people and their unique abilities, strengths, and differences. We respect and embrace diversity in each other, our customers, suppliers, and all others with whom we interact as an essential component in the way we do business. Diversity only strengthens our Potbelly vibe, who we are, and how we work.
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.