What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coffee Shop Front Associate position at Parlor Doughnuts?
Join the Parlor Doughnuts Team – Front of House & Barista Positions
Location: Knoxville & Farragut, TN!
Pay: $10.00 – $13.00 per hour Tips
Hours: 15–40 per week | Full-Time & Part-Time Available
Parlor Doughnuts is a craft doughnut and coffee shop offering a variety of unique treats, including our signature layered doughnuts, gluten-friendly, vegan, and keto options, artisanal breakfast items, and specialty coffee. We pride ourselves on delivering an outstanding product with exceptional service in a welcoming, community-centered atmosphere.
We are currently hiring for Front of House team members, including Baristas and Cashiers.
Age Requirements:
- Barista applicants must be 18 years or older due to the operation of commercial espresso equipment and food safety responsibilities.
- We welcome high school students (16 ) to apply for cashier and customer service positions for the summer or part-time during the school year.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet customers with enthusiasm and create a friendly, positive experience
- Take orders and operate the register with accuracy using our Toast POS system
- Box doughnut and food orders neatly and quickly
- Prepare and serve espresso-based drinks (Barista role only)
- Help maintain the cleanliness of the coffee bar and front counter
- Restock the front counter and display case with fresh products throughout the shift
- Follow food safety procedures and company policies at all times
- Assist in food prep such as breakfast sandwiches and basic doughnut preparation
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience in customer service or food service preferred
- Barista or coffee experience is a plus but not required—we’ll train the right person
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and a friendly, team-oriented attitude
- Reliable, punctual, and able to multitask under pressure
- Attention to cleanliness and presentation
If you love working with people, enjoy great coffee and doughnuts, and want to be part of a fun, growing team, we’d love to meet you!
Apply today to join the Parlor Doughnuts family!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation, yes or no?
- Are you able to work a flexible schedule, yes or no?
- Are you currently in high school, yes or no?
- Have you read the full job description provided, yes or no?
- Are you able to work early morning shifts, including starting at 6:30 AM when needed, yes or no?
- Are you aware that the $10–$13/hour pay range includes tips? (Base pay is $10/hr, and tips typically average an additional $3–$4/hr, bringing the hourly pay closer to $13–$14/hr.) Yes or No?
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
- Barista: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Farragut, TN 37934 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Farragut, TN 37934: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $3 - $4