Team Member

Caribou Coffee; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount & Free Shift Drink

Flexible schedule

Growth Opportunities

Tips

Job summary

Caribou Coffee is hiring a Team Member to deliver exceptional guest service and craft beverages with a friendly, engaging energy. You will contribute to a welcoming environment and uphold our core values while learning multiple roles on shift.

Responsibilities include taking orders, handling cash, keeping the space clean and stocked, and assisting guests with product knowledge. No prior experience required; you will be part of a collaborative team in Des Moines area.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Passion for coffee, hospitality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Delivers guest service and builds real connections.
• Hand-crafts beverages and prepares food to standard recipes.
• Switches between barista, greeter, and other shift roles as needed.
• Takes orders and manages cash drawer with accuracy.

Skills

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Cash handling

Hospitality

Job description

At Caribou Coffee we create day-making experiences that spark a chain reaction of GOOD! This is our purpose. Our team brings this to life by focusing on what’s really important – TEAM, GUEST, BUSINESS! It’s that simple. If you’re ready to work somewhere you can be yourself while making an impact on your community, creating life-long relationships, and serving the best coffee around, join our herd!

Position Overview

The Team Member is the core of the Caribou Coffee experience. They are responsible for creating day-making experiences through delivering unparalleled guest service, making exceptional hand-crafted beverages and bringing the Purpose and Values of Caribou to life in every interaction.

Core Responsibilities

No previous experience required.

• Delivers guest service that builds real connections, active listening, personal attention, and the small moments that make someone's day
• Hand-crafts beverages and prepares food to standard recipes, customizing to Guest preferences
• Confidently moves between barista, greeter, and any other role the shift calls for, ready to take on whatever task is needed in the moment
• Takes orders and manages the cash drawer accurately, following cash-handling, safety, and security standards
• Keeps the coffeehouse clean, organized, and well-stocked, meeting Caribou's operating standards for quality and safety
• Anticipates what's needed next for a Guest or a teammate and acts on it before being asked
• Makes recommendations to Guests grounded in real product knowledge, not just a script
• Knows the difference between a problem to solve on the spot and one that calls for a leader, and asks for support accordingly
• Takes direction from leaders and understands the team is balancing multiple priorities at once
• Shows up for every scheduled shift on time and ready to go, maintaining reliable, consistent attendance
• Brings the Core Values to life in all that you do: Support One Another, Make Fun Happen, Be Yourself, Take Ownership, Serve with Love
• Brings exceptional and engaging energy to the shift, making fun happen with teammates, and for Guests
• Approaches the role with a learner's mindset, always looking to sharpen skills and improve
• Shows up as a dependable teammate, staying steady under pressure and asking for help when needed
• Takes ownership of the impact they have on the people around them

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays as the coffeehouse needs
• Excellent customer service mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for coffee, hospitality, and being part of a team

Preferred:

• Restaurant, retail, or guest service experience.

Benefits

• Employee Discount & Free Shift Drink
• Flexible schedule
• Growth Opportunities
• Tips

Address: | 5901 Mills Civic Parkway Suite 1000 , Des Moines, Iowa 50266 |

The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical demands may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Caribou Coffee reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the company or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Caribou Coffee Company, Inc. and its subsidiaries(“Company”) are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and individuals with Disabilities and do not discriminate based on gender identity or sexual orientation.

Brand

Caribou Coffee