FRONT OF HOUSE (BAKERY + COFFEE BAR)
Violet Crumb is a scratch-made neighborhood bakery in downtown Wheaton. Donuts are the thing, but the menu changes constantly. One week it’s crullers and cherry danish, the next it’s some completely unhinged seasonal drink and a pastry case full of things people travel to town for.
Busy mornings are part of the deal. Drinks flying out, pastry boxes stacked across the counter, regulars walking in, someone asking what’s already sold out. We move fast, but we never want it to feel frantic. That’s where you come in.
This is a hospitality-first role. You’ll work alongside a tight-knit team to create an experience people remember long after they’ve finished their coffee and donut. We’re looking for people who genuinely enjoy taking care of others, bring positive energy to the room, and want to be part of building something special.
We take pride in how we show up—for our customers, our teammates, and our work.
This is not a stand-around-and-scroll kind of job. It’s fast-paced, hands-on, occasionally chaotic, and highly collaborative. You’ll bounce between register, drinks, packaging orders, dish, restocking, cleaning, and whatever else keeps the shop running smoothly.
THE ROLE
Part-time, 8–20 hours per week, with opportunity to grow. This is a year-round position with opportunities to take on more responsibility over time.
SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
Our immediate hiring priority is people who can reliably open the shop Thursday through Sunday mornings starting at 7am. Weekend availability is required. This is a year-round position.
PAY
Guaranteed minimum earnings of $16–18 per hour, based on experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Create a warm, welcoming experience for every customer
- Keep service moving quickly while making people feel genuinely taken care of
- Prepare coffee, tea, and seasonal drinks with consistency and attention to detail
- Build boxes, package orders, and send people out the door excited about what they just got
- Support the team wherever you're needed
- Keep the shop clean, stocked, organized, and ready for the next customer
- Anticipate what needs to happen next and jump in without being asked
- Jump into register, drinks, dish, restocking, reset, and cleaning throughout the day
EXPERIENCE
- At least 1–2 years of hospitality, customer service, café, restaurant, or retail experience required
- Barista experience is a strong plus
- This is not an entry-level position
WHO YOU ARE
- Warm, outgoing, and naturally good with people
- Excited to work and genuinely enjoys being part of a busy team
- Calm under pressure and energized by fast-paced mornings
- Observant, proactive, and dependable
- Takes pride in doing things well, even the small things
- Someone who notices what needs to happen and just handles it
REQUIREMENTS
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to consistently open the shop Thursday through Sunday
- Weekend availability required
HIRING PROCESS
We do a short paid working interview because how you work matters just as much as what's on your résumé.
TO APPLY
Apply below. Interviews will be scheduled quickly. Please include your daytime availability.
We're building a long-term team, not just filling shifts. Please apply only if you're looking for a year-round position. There's room to grow for the right person.
If you like good food, busy mornings, and taking care of people, you'll fit right in here.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
