
Job Openings
Interested in working with Tinker Coffee? Use this page to see a list of all current available job postings.

Barista - Tinker Cafes
Have a passion for exceptional coffee and hospitality? We're looking for talented baristas to join our growing cafe team!
We seek individuals who understand that a truly exceptional coffee experience requires both technical skill and authentic human connection.
Working with us means becoming part of a community dedicated to coffee excellence. You'll receive comprehensive training in brewing techniques, gain deep knowledge of our seasonal single-origin offerings and signature blends, and have opportunities to participate in cupping sessions alongside our roastery team. We foster a collaborative environment where creativity, continuous learning, and passion for quality are celebrated daily.
Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch!

Barista -- Tinker Gemini
As a Tinker Gemini barista, you'll be the cornerstone of our mobile coffee experiences, bringing exceptional beverages and service directly to our clients' most important gatherings. This dynamic role combines your passion for coffee craftsmanship with event management expertise, creating memorable experiences that extend well beyond the cup.
In this position, you'll orchestrate the entire mobile café experience from initial setup through seamless service to efficient breakdown. You'll craft specialty drinks that showcase both technical precision and artistic presentation. Your ability to maintain the highest quality standards while managing the fast-paced environment of catered events is what sets you apart.
Interested in learning more about the role and if you'd be a good fit? Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch!

AM Food Prep -- Tinker Coffee at the Firehouse
Early Riser? Love Working with Food?
Do you have a keen eye for details, flourish when working on your own, and energetically tackle your to-do list before dawn? If beginning your day with accomplishments brings you joy, we want you on our team.
We're on the lookout for someone to fulfill a morning food prep position with us! This role can be part-time or full-time and requires weekend availability, with shifts starting as early as 5AM.

Evening Service -- Tinker Coffee at the Firehouse
Do you dig coffee AND beer/wine? We're expanding our service hours at our new cafe location at 5555 N Illinois St. and are looking for front of house staff for afternoon/evening shifts. Applicants must be 21+ for this position.
Interested in applying? Fill out the form below to submit your application.