There are no happy cats without happy volunteers! Happy Cats Haven is seeking friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to join our coffee shop team as Purristas. Combine your love of coffee, cats, and community while supporting our no-kill mission and earning valuable retail experience!

About the Role:

As a Purrista volunteer, you'll be the welcoming face of our coffee shop, serving delicious beverages while helping visitors connect with our shelter to find home to more adoptable cats. You'll create a warm, inviting atmosphere where coffee lovers and cat lovers come together to support animal welfare.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages (we can train you!)
• Provide friendly counter service to guests
• Handle sales of individually wrapped snacks (cookies, ice cream, etc.)
• Manage retail sales (handcrafted items, cat-themed merchandise, jewelry, cards, etc.)
• Maintain a clean, organized coffee shop and retail area
• Process transactions and handle cash/card payments in Square (we can train you!)
• Share information about Happy Cats Haven's mission and adoptable cats with visitors
• Create a welcoming environment that encourages guests to engage with our non-profit

Preferred Skills (bonus but not necessary):

• Previous barista or food service experience
• Retail or cash handling experience
• Knowledge of coffee preparation
• Sales experience

What You'll Gain:

• Barista training and coffee-making skills
• Customer service experience in a unique setting
• The joy of helping our rescue save more adorable cats
• Connection with a passionate community of animal lovers
• Purrs, head-butts, and the satisfaction of meaningful work that makes a difference
• The knowledge that every cup of coffee you serve supports our life-saving mission

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Ready to join our Purrista team? Contact us to learn more and sign up for an upcoming orientation!