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Team Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.23 - $18.71
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Equal opportunity employer
Training and Development
flexible scheduling
Employee Discounts
Positive work environment

Job Description

Caribou Coffee is a well-established coffeehouse known for creating day-making experiences that spark a chain reaction of good. As a beloved brand in the coffee industry, Caribou Coffee focuses on three core priorities which are team, guest, and business. This commitment ensures that every interaction in their stores is infused with warmth, connection, and quality, making it more than just a coffee shop but a community hub where guests can be themselves while enjoying expertly crafted beverages and excellent service. The company fosters a culture where employees, referred to as the 'Bou Crew,' are encouraged to be authentic, supportive, and passionate about serving their community. Caribou Coffee emphasizes a strong team dynamic, guest satisfaction, and business success through these positive, day-making moments that highlight the company’s values: support one another, make fun happen, be yourself, take ownership, and serve with love.

The role of a Team Member at Caribou Coffee is central to bringing this brand experience to life. As the core of the Caribou experience, the Team Member is responsible for delivering unparalleled guest service and preparing world-class handcrafted coffee beverages that meet the company's high standards. This position involves more than just making drinks and serving food—it requires an engaging presence that makes customers feel valued and appreciated. Team Members develop ongoing personal relationships with guests by practicing active listening and anticipating needs, which helps to proactively solve guest opportunities with expert product knowledge and genuine hospitality.

Caribou Coffee’s Team Members embody the company’s Purpose and Core Values in every aspect of their work. They take pride in their ability to wear multiple hats within the store, floating between barista duties and guest service tasks. Responsibilities also include managing cash transactions, maintaining the store's cleanliness and organization, and actively supporting their teammates to create a seamless, enjoyable experience for all. The role requires a positive attitude, resilience under pressure, and a learner's mentality to continuously improve and adapt. Team Members contribute to a lively, fun atmosphere and are encouraged to bring joy and ownership to every shift. Additionally, Caribou Coffee prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and providing accommodations for those with disabilities.

Compensation for this role ranges from $11.23 to $18.71 per hour, depending on local and state minimum wage regulations. The physical demands include standing, sitting, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and intermittent movement throughout a 4 to 8-hour shift. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are at least 16 years old and desire a part-time or full-time role in a supportive, community-focused coffeehouse environment where they can develop valuable customer service and beverage crafting skills while making a positive impact on their community.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work at least one of the following: early mornings, evenings, some holidays, and/or weekends
  • Must be at least 16 years of age

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to work at least one of the following: early mornings, evenings, some holidays, and/or weekends
  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Preferred experience in restaurant, retail, or guest service

Job Duties

  • Provides incredible guest service by developing personal ongoing relationships with guests
  • Practices active listening and connection
  • Anticipates guest needs and proactively solves guest opportunities by demonstrating product knowledge and hospitality
  • Makes enthusiastic and knowledgeable recommendations to delight guests
  • Creates day making experiences that spark a chain reaction of good
  • Hand-crafts beverages to order per Caribou standard operating procedures
  • Heats, prepares, and serves Caribou food offerings to Caribou standard operating procedures
  • Floats between barista and guest service and willingly fulfills all team member roles and responsibilities
  • Takes guest orders and manages cash drawer and follows all cash handling policies and procedures
  • Maintains the look and feel of a well-run store by following cleanliness, sanitization and organization standards
  • Actively thinks and acts upon what the team and guest will need in the future
  • Differentiates between problems that can be solved directly and when to ask for leader support
  • Understands that the team is managing multiple priorities and willingly takes direction from leaders
  • Brings the core values to life in all that you do: Support One Another, Make Fun Happen, Be Yourself, Take Ownership, Serve With Love

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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