Assistant Manager

Position Overview At Caribou Coffee we create day‑making experiences that spark a chain reaction of GOOD! This is our purpose. Our team brings it 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! Core Responsibilities Demonstrates the DOING of Team Member and Shift Leader with ease, enthusiasm and excellence. Develops an understanding of the business to the level of a General Manager over the course of a year. Creates a spark of joy for everyone who walks into the store, teaching the team to do the same. Champions an environment that fosters goal‑surpassing speed through effective deployment, in‑the‑moment problem solving and team motivation. Takes responsibility for hitting sales goals through the connection between speed and service. Leads problem resolution with calm, professionalism, emotional maturity and a commitment to listening to understand. Connects day‑to‑day behaviors to end results, developing a broad understanding of the Profit & Loss statement. Organizes, executes and improves administrative tasks, linking daily/weekly/monthly activities to overall business success. Responsible for all store funds while on shift by enforcing cash‑handling policies. Places, receives and verifies orders; conducts inventory; controls waste and dates and rotates inventory, when necessary. Thinks holistically about the store’s success, focusing on your shift, the next one and beyond. Seeks root causes of problems to create sustainable change. Brings the Core Values to life: Support One Another, Make Fun Happen, Be Yourself, Take Ownership, Serve With Love. Fully embraces growth and development, bringing humility and curiosity to the role. Exhibits a learner’s mindset, asking questions such as, "What do I want to learn? What else can I do? What other experiences can I have?" Takes ownership of personal development, hungry for feedback and improvement. Leads with a global view of the Caribou brand, evolving from shift to store to district to company. Is a relentless culture champion, bringing purpose and values to every interaction. Creates an open, trusting relationship with the General Manager. Brings a competitive fire to the role, seeking to hit or beat goals and win the game of creating day‑making experiences. Skills and Qualifications 1‑3 years of prior restaurant or retail experience with a strong commitment to customer service. Ability to work at least one of the following: early mornings, evenings, some holidays and/or weekends. Minimum age 18. High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. One year of supervisory experience. Physical Requirements The physical requirements for this position are hearing, speaking, seeing, bending, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and being able to stand for 4 to 8 hours. The duties of this position may change from time to time. Caribou reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at its discretion. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed and is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Compensation and Benefits Address: 1560 Coon Rapids Blvd, Coon Rapids, Minnesota 55433 Compensation Range: $16.52 – $27.53 per hour. *Starting pay is subject to Local and State Minimum Wage regulations. **Ranges reflect what the employer reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for such position. Equal Employment Opportunity Caribou Coffee Operating Company, Inc. and its affiliates are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr