Team Member – Medical Campus Locations | Kaldi's Coffee

Kaldi's Coffee operates unique café locations situated within Washington University Medical Campus facilities, offering convenient, quality service to healthcare professionals like physicians, nurses, and researchers. Unlike typical coffee shops, these cafés thrive in a structured, fast-paced clinical environment that demands high standards of efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism. Established as a reputable coffee service provider in institutional settings, Kaldi's Coffee blends excellent customer service with operational excellence, catering specifically to the needs of medical campus staff. This position is part-time or full-time, with daytime shifts only — no late nights or closing shifts required — fulfilling an essential role in supporting busy medical facilities with quality food and beverage options. The pay starts at $12 per hour, with a shared tip pool ensuring combined earnings of no less than $17 per hour, reflecting the value the company places on its team members' dedication and skill.

The role of a café team member at Kaldi's Coffee within these distinctive medical campus locations involves versatile responsibilities where you will work both front- and back-of-house. This includes taking orders, preparing fresh food and beverages, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and consistently upholding operational standards. You will be a vital part of delivering an exceptional experience to healthcare staff who depend on timely and accurate service in their demanding work settings. Training is provided, so prior café experience is not necessary, though a professional demeanor, reliability, and comfort working in a healthcare environment are essential for success. The role requires a commitment to Monday through Friday availability, with a minimum of three shifts per week, accommodating daytime scheduling preferences. These positions are perfect for individuals who thrive in professional but fast-paced environments and seek a meaningful role that supports healthcare workers.

Kaldi's Coffee supports career growth by offering clear advancement opportunities, with many leads and managers having started as team members themselves. The company also values the well-being of its workforce by providing a generous benefits package to full-time employees, including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401(k) retirement plan after one year of eligibility. Additional perks include half-price food and drinks, a gym reimbursement program, and Kaldi's Cares Fund to assist team members facing unexpected hardships. The company prioritizes reliability and punctuality and seeks team members who communicate effectively and take their responsibilities seriously. The current openings are in several campus locations, including the Neuroscience Research Building, Siteman Cancer Center, MCC, and Farrell.

If you value a stable schedule focused on weekday daytime hours, enjoy engaging with a professional medical community, and seek comprehensive support and growth opportunities, a café team member role at Kaldi's Coffee is an excellent fit. This is more than a café job — it is a chance to contribute meaningfully to the daily lives of healthcare professionals.