Seasonal Part-Time Barista and Cat Caretaker

Position Overview

Wired Whisker recently opened as a new business in Duluth, MN, and we are looking for unique individuals who can blend the art of coffee-making with the compassion of cat care in the dual role of Barista and Cat Caretaker. In this role, you will handle both the bustling cafe side and the quieter, nurturing aspect of cat care. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a coffee shop environment as a barista and experience handling cats beyond their own. If you are a coffee lover with a soft spot for felines, we hope you will consider applying to join our clowder!

This position is looking to be filled as soon as possible, and is seasonal through the end of summer, with potential to stay on with reduced hours.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This role primarily focuses on coffee preparation and customer service, with a small but crucial component dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness and happiness of our cat lounge. If you are looking to spend extended time with our cats, please consider volunteering in our cat lounge.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a cafe or customer service role
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a barista (tamp and pull espresso machine experience preferred)
• Must have experience handling and caring for cats (experience volunteering at a rescue or shelter preferred)
• Must be okay with exposure to cats, having no allergies to them
• Knowledge of coffee and other beverages, including espresso drinks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, with a willingness to cover shifts for other employees
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, stooping, and standing for long periods

Responsibilities

• Expertly prepare and serve coffee and other menu items, ensuring each customer's satisfaction
• Keep the cafe area clean, organized, and welcoming to all guests
• Accurately handle cash and card transactions
• Monitor the cats for safety and well-being, maintain litter boxes and feeding stations, and provide enrichment activities
• Answer questions regarding the adoption process and educate guests on cat care
• Support the cafe's opening and closing as needed, assist in training new staff, and provide exemplary customer service at all times

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• Tips and bonus potential
• Paid training and ongoing development opportunities
• Discount on merchandise and free coffee
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to join a women-owned small business
• A vibrant, unique working environment where you can be part of a community passionate about coffee and cats

Schedule

• Part-time positions available, ranging from 10 - 25 hours per week (scheduled hours: 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
• Must have open availability on weekends

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 18 years old?
• What experience do you have caring for cats? (I.e., cat ownership, volunteer roles, cat-sitting, TNR, etc.)
• Have you volunteered at an animal rescue/shelter? If yes, please advise which rescue and for how long you volunteered.
• Are you willing and able to work evenings and weekends?
• What is your availability? Please include days of the week and mornings and/or evening availability.
• How many hours are you looking to work per week?
• Why are you interested in working at Wired Whisker? This is your moment! Let us know why you're passionate about the opportunity to work at a mission-driven small business, and what you feel you'd add to our team of pawsome Purristas.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)
• Animal care: 1 year (Required)
• Barista: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Duluth, MN 55812 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12