Team Member | Kaldi's Coffee Mid County

Kaldi's Coffee is a well-established and beloved coffee company known for its commitment to quality, community, and employee development. Operating several café locations in the St. Louis area, Kaldi's Coffee provides a welcoming and vibrant environment where customers can enjoy expertly crafted coffee beverages and a friendly atmosphere. As a company, Kaldi's Coffee prides itself on fostering a supportive workplace culture, encouraging internal growth, and maintaining high standards in both service and product quality. The Mid County locations, including the DeMun and Crescent cafés, reflect this commitment by inviting enthusiastic individuals to join their team as café Team Members. These locations operate Monday through Sunday, from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, making them ideal for individuals seeking daytime work without evening or late-night shifts. This scheduling offers a balanced work-life dynamic while sustaining consistent operational hours to cater to early risers and daytime patrons.

The Team Member role at Kaldi's Coffee Mid County is a dynamic position essential to the smooth operation of the café. Team Members work both front-of-house and back-of-house, performing duties such as taking customer orders, preparing food and beverages, and maintaining the café's cleanliness and efficiency. The environment moves at a fast pace, and standards are consistently high, requiring Team Members to be attentive, reliable, and proactive. This position is well-suited for individuals who thrive in a fast-moving work setting and value collaboration and teamwork. While no previous café experience is necessary—complete training is provided—candidates must be dependable, punctual, and communicative. Weekend availability and a commitment to working a minimum of three shifts per week are essential. Kaldi's Coffee emphasizes effort and reliability, often promoting from within; many of today’s leads and managers began their careers as Team Members, making this role a stepping stone for career growth within the company.

Compensation for the Team Member role starts at a base rate of $12 per hour, augmented by a shared tip pool that guarantees a combined rate of $17 per hour. Employees benefit from daytime-only hours, half-price discounts on food and drinks both on and off shift, and holiday pay at time and a half. For full-time team members working 30 or more hours per week, Kaldi's Coffee offers comprehensive benefits packages including health, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid time off. Additional perks include gym reimbursements for full-time staff, eligibility for 401(k) plans after one year of consistent part-time or full-time work (averaging 20 or more hours per week), and access to the Kaldi's Cares Fund, which provides emergency support in times of financial hardship. The company also supports continuous development through paid training and a referral program, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented workplace environment. Team Members at Kaldi's Coffee Mid County have the unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a beloved community establishment while advancing their skills and careers in the hospitality industry.