Barista/Counter

Join the Team at You & Me Cafe
Barista / Counter Service / Runner

Stillwater, Minnesota

Average pay with tips: $20–$28/hour
(Weekend shifts typically earn the highest tips!)

At You & Me Cafe, we’re more than just a coffee shop — we’re a cozy neighborhood gathering place filled with familiar faces, great conversations, incredible coffee, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together. If you love creating memorable experiences, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy connecting with people, we’d love to meet you.

We’re currently hiring for a Barista / Counter Service / Runner position. While some team members may start primarily in one area depending on experience level, our ideal candidate is someone excited to learn and grow into all aspects of the cafe experience — from crafting drinks and helping customers at the register to running food and supporting the flow of service during busy shifts.

Why People Love Working Here

We’ve built a cafe culture centered around positivity, creativity, community, and respect. Whether you’re dialing in espresso shots, creating seasonal drinks, or chatting with our daily regulars, your personality and energy matter here.

We take pride in:

• Serving thoughtfully sourced coffee and ingredients
• Supporting local Minnesota businesses
• Creating a welcoming and upbeat environment
• Giving our team room to grow creatively
• Operating with sustainability in mind and maintaining a minimal carbon footprint whenever possible

From our locally roasted private-label coffees from True Stone Coffee Roasters to serving Willa’s Oat Milk (a Minnesota-based, women-owned company focused on zero food waste), and Autumnwood Farms Milk... sustainable sourced products, local ingredients & quality are part of everything we do.

We also work hard to reduce waste by using mostly compostable products and materials throughout the cafe. Being a business that positively contributes to the community — without unnecessarily contributing to environmental waste — is something we genuinely care about.

And for coffee lovers? We use industry-leading espresso equipment that makes this an awesome place to learn, experiment, and build real barista skills.

Cafe Hours of Operation:

• Tuesday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Saturday–Monday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Flexible scheduling available based on position and availability.

What You’ll Do

• Welcome guests warmly and build relationships with our amazing regulars
• Craft coffee beverages with consistency and care
• Take food and drink orders accurately and efficiently
• Run food and beverages to guests during service
• Help create a fun, positive atmosphere for both guests and coworkers
• Assist with light baking and prep during opening shifts
• Make scratch syrups and specialty beverage ingredients
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting cafe space
• Handle cash transactions and operate the register
• Work alongside our kitchen and service teams to keep things running smoothly
• Jump in wherever needed — we’re a smaller, tight-knit cafe, and everyone helps out as a team, including assisting in the back with dishes, restocking, and keeping service flowing during busy shifts
• Participate in seasonal beverage and menu creativity
• Help with occasional private events hosted in our space

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, upbeat, and reliable personalities
• Someone looking for a long-term position and a team they can grow with
• Barista experience is a huge plus (but we’re happy to train the right people!)
• Previous restaurant, cafe, bakery, or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy environment
• Team players who genuinely enjoy helping each other out
• A genuine love for coffee, food, and hospitality
• Someone excited to become versatile across barista, counter service, and runner responsibilities

Many of our employees have been with us for years, and we value creating a supportive workplace where people enjoy coming to work and have each other’s backs. Because we’re a smaller cafe, teamwork and reliability are a huge part of what makes our environment special.

Perks & Benefits

• Employee discounts at our sister businesses:
• The Wild Hare
• The Velveteen Speakeasy
• Studio One Yoga (Stillwater, Roseville & White Bear)
• Carpe Noctum Candle Shop

Access to discounted optional coverage plans for all employees, including:

• Disability Income
• Critical Illness
• Universal Life
• Hospital Coverage
• LegalShield & IDShield
• Non-Occupational Accident Coverage

If you’re looking for a workplace with great people, great coffee, loyal customers, and a genuinely fun atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you.

Check us out online:
www.youandmecafemn.com

Keywords: Barista, Cafe, Bakery, Fast Casual, Dining

Pay: $11.46 - $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person