Job Description

If you have a fun, outgoing and energetic personality, and like meeting new and interesting people, we would love for you to join our team of extraordinary customer service representatives.

Position: Caribou Coffee Barista

Location:

Burbank, SD

Job Id: 390

# of Openings: 1

JOIN OUR TEAM AT COFFEE CUP TRAVEL PLAZAS TA EXPRESS! Starting Pay: $15.00 to $18.00 per hour, depending on experience Grow your paycheck!

+$0.50 per hour

after successfully completing Caribou Barista Certification

Weekly Pay

At Coffee Cup Travel Plazas,

our team is our most important guest.

Whether you're starting your first job or looking for a place to build your career, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference every day. We believe in teamwork, taking ownership, serving our guests with genuine hospitality, and creating a workplace where people enjoy coming to work.

Why Join Coffee Cup? We offer competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow with a family-owned company that invests in its people.

Benefits for All Team Members Weekly Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Premium Pay for Overnight Shifts

Wage Increases Through Certifications & Annual Merit Reviews

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Coffee Cup Wellness Program

Team Recognition Rewards

Free Birthday Meal

50% Shift Meal Discount

Free Coffee & Fountain Drinks While Working

Corporate Coaching for Personal & Professional Growth

Years of Service Awards & Bonuses

Scholarship Opportunities for Recent Graduates and Children of Team Members (select locations)

Additional Benefits for Full-Time Team Members Company Sponsored Health Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)

Short-Term Disability Coverage

Join a team that values hard work, supports one another, and celebrates success together.

Position Overview At Caribou Coffee, we create day-making experiences that spark a chain reaction of GOOD. Every cup of coffee, every conversation, and every interaction matters.

As a

Caribou Coffee Barista , you'll be at the heart of the guest experience by delivering exceptional hospitality, crafting high-quality beverages, and creating a welcoming environment that keeps guests coming back.

Whether you're making handcrafted drinks, recommending favorite menu items, or sharing a smile, you'll help bring the Caribou experience to life every day.

What You'll Do Build genuine relationships with guests through friendly, personalized service.

Listen carefully and anticipate guest needs.

Make knowledgeable menu recommendations.

Create memorable experiences that keep guests returning.

Craft Quality Food & Beverages Prepare handcrafted beverages according to Caribou Coffee standards.

Prepare and serve food items following food safety and quality standards.

Maintain speed, accuracy, and consistency during busy periods.

Support Daily Operations Take guest orders and accurately process payments.

Operate the cash register and follow all cash handling procedures.

Float between barista, cashier, dining room, and support responsibilities as business needs require.

Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked café.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.

Be a Great Teammate Support fellow team members and communicate effectively.

Take direction from leadership and adapt to changing priorities.

Look for ways to improve the guest experience and help the team succeed.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

What Makes You Successful We're looking for team members who:

Enjoy connecting with people.

Bring a positive attitude to work.

Take pride in doing things the right way.

Are dependable and reliable.

Enjoy learning new skills.

Work well in a fast-paced environment.

Support teammates and contribute to a positive workplace.

Demonstrate respect for guests, coworkers, and our diverse communities.

Our Core Values guide everything we do:

Support One Another

Make Fun Happen

Be Yourself

Take Ownership

Serve With Love

Qualifications Must be at least

16 years of age.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including

early mornings, afternoons, weekends, and some holidays.

Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to maintain positive working relationships with guests and team members.

Preferred Qualifications Previous restaurant, coffee shop, retail, or customer service experience is helpful, but not required.

A willingness to learn and become Caribou Barista Certified.

Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to:

Stand and walk for 4 to 8 hour shifts.

Lift up to 50 pounds.

Bend, reach, twist, and move throughout the shift.

Use hands continuously to prepare beverages and food.

Communicate effectively with guests and team members.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Coffee Cup Travel Plazas TA Express, we're proud to serve our communities with great coffee, exceptional hospitality, and a team that cares. If you're looking for a place where your work matters and your growth is encouraged, we'd love to meet you.

At Coffee Cup, we’ve got perks for everyone—full-timeandpart-timeTeam Members. From medical coverage and parental benefits (yes, even help with childcare!) to pet insurance and beyond, our benefits are designed to fit every lifestyle. Because when you’re taken care of, everything’s better.

We’ve got all the basics covered! Full-time Coffee CupTeam Memberscan choosewhich option works best for themfrom medical, dental, and vision plans, with 100% covered preventive care to keep you and your family healthy and happy.

Short Term Disability Our 401(k) plan makes saving for retirement a breeze—andit’stax free! Even better? When you pitch in, Coffee Cup pitches in too with a company match. That’s right! Free money for your future!

Life Insurance Basic life insurance is company provided for all full-time and part-time associates at no cost to the associate. We also offer supplemental coverage like term life, disability, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance to help you plan ahead or handle the unexpected like a pro.

Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts Associates can pay for non-reimbursed healthcare and eligible daycare expenses on a pre-tax basis through our through our medical and dependent care FSA offerings.

Paid Time Off From day one, Coffee CupTeam Membersstart earning paid time off! The more hours you work and the longer you stay with us, the more vacation time you’ll rack up—because you’ve earned it and we want you to take time to do the things that are important to you.

Employee Assistance Programs Coffee Cup offers company-paid EAP services to associates including six face-to-face appointments for counseling or therapy, legal and financial resources, work/life resources including parenting, and free consultations with professionals. Coffee Cup is also partnered with Corporate Chaplains of America who are embedded in our stores weekly to meet you where you’re at!

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Early shift

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