Coffee Shop Associate
About the job
- The candidate must be able to work on their feet, move quickly, and handle a steady flow of customers for shifts of up to 10 hours.
- The candidate must be able to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 65 pounds.
- The candidate must have reliable transportation for scheduled shifts and mandatory meetings.
- The candidate must communicate their availability and arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
- The candidate must follow food safety standards.
- The candidate must complete training, certifications, and knowledge tests to meet Dutch Bros standards.
- Greet every customer, make genuine connections, and ensure each visit is positive.
- Help customers navigate the menu and discover new favorites while delivering high-quality service.
- Work efficiently to craft high-quality drinks during busy shop operations.
- Maintain a tidy workspace.
- Support the crew and work collaboratively during shifts.
- Be prepared to work in all weather conditions.
About the company
Dutch Bros operates a fast-service drive-thru coffee chain in the United States with a franchise network of over 300 locations. It offers a menu of customizable coffee drinks, freeze-blended beverages, and energy drinks served by baristas known as bro-istas, with orders completed at the drive-thru for speed and consistency. The company differentiates itself through a high-speed, personalized drive-thru experience built at scale via franchising and a distinctive brand culture. Its goal is to expand nationwide, grow a loyal customer base, and maintain quick, friendly service across its locations.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tempe, Arizona
Founded
1992
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Second quarter 2026 revenue rose 32.5% to $550.9 million, validating demand.
- Dutch Bros opened 48 new shops in Q2 2026 and plans at least 185 openings.
- Same-shop sales increased 8.3% in Q2 2026, showing pricing and transaction momentum.
What critics are saying
- The NLRB opened case 27-CA-395039 in Denver on September 14, 2026 over discipline.
- Dutch Bros raised 2026 capex guidance to roughly $360 million, pressuring returns and cash conversion.
- A 1,225-store base still depends on nonstop unit growth; any expansion stall breaks the story.
What makes Dutch Bros unique
- Dutch Bros reached 1,225 shops by June 30, 2026, while keeping drive-thru speed central.
- The Clutch Coffee acquisition on January 23, 2026 added Carolinas sites and conversion expertise.
- Its customizable drinks and human-service culture keep repeat traffic distinct from conventional coffee chains.
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Benefits
Paid Vacation
Mental Health Support
Professional Development Budget
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
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6 month growth
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↑ 27%Shake Shack and Dutch Bros coffee are coming to Pinellas Park. Plans filed with the city show the two chains proposed for neighboring lots at 6994 U.S. Highway 19 North, across from The Shoppes at Park Place and next to a future EōS Fitness Center. The 1.83-acre property is currently home to a Walgreens, which would be demolished to make way for the two new buildings. Shake Shack would occupy a 3,493-square-foot restaurant at the corner of 70th Avenue North and U.S. Highway 19 North, while Dutch Bros would open a 1,025-square-foot coffee shop directly across from it. Both locations are planned with two-lane drive-thrus. Shake Shack would include indoor seating, while Dutch Bros would operate solely through its drive-thru and walk-up window. Drive-thrus are a newer addition to Shake Shack's business model; the company started adding them to new locations in 2021. As of last year, the company only had 39 locations with drive-thru lanes. Shake Shack began as a hot dog cart in New York City's Madison Square Park in 2001 before opening its first permanent location there in 2004. The chain has since grown to more than 690 locations worldwide, including more than 445 in the United States. The Pinellas Park restaurant would become the company's fourth Tampa Bay-area location, joining Shake Shacks at International Plaza and Midtown Tampa, as well as a drive-thru location in Wesley Chapel. The chain is also planning a restaurant at Seminole City Center in Seminole, where it would take over the former Pieology Pizzeria space. Dutch Bros was founded in 1992 by brothers Dane and Travis Boersma, who began selling coffee from a pushcart in Grants Pass, Oregon. The drive-thru beverage chain now has more than 1,200 locations nationwide. The company opened its first Pinellas County location in Largo late last year and has since opened a South Tampa shop. Additional Dutch Bros locations are proposed near Tyrone and in Seminole. The project still requires city approval before construction can begin. The Pinellas Park Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the project during its October 1st meeting. The proposed project will go before City Council in November for final approval.
Concept plan under review for potential third Dutch Bros. Coffee location in Flagstaff. Submitted to the city in August, the plan calls for a 986-square-foot drive-thru coffee shop on the 0.54-acre parcel. |!| Flagstaff
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New Dutch Bros coffee shop planned for West Columbia. Published September 26, 2026 at 6:11 pm | By Marisa Zhang, Staff Reporter Dutch Bros expands presence in West Columbia. A new Dutch Bros coffee shop is slated to open at 2239 Sunset Boulevard in West Columbia, South Carolina. The site is owned by West Columbia - Sunset DB LLC, according to Lexington County property tax records. The location is situated next to the Sunset Court shopping plaza, which houses businesses such as Groucho's Deli and Mai Thai restaurant. It is approximately one mile east of the Lexington Medical Center campus and Interstate 26. The area along Sunset Boulevard is a high-traffic corridor, with state Department of Transportation statistics indicating nearly 30,000 cars traverse it daily. Discover more An official opening date for the West Columbia Dutch Bros has not yet been publicly announced. HERE CITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY Own a business in Lexington? Get listed HERE. Free basic listing. Premium features available. This new location is part of a broader expansion by Dutch Bros, which operates 1,000 locations across the U.S. The company has significantly increased its presence in the Midlands this year. Following its acquisition of Clutch Coffee Co. in January, four new Dutch Bros drive-thrus opened in the Midlands. These included conversions of Clutch Coffee Co. shops at 9349 Two Notch Road and 4716 Devine Street in Columbia, 308 Columbia Avenue in Lexington, and 1511 Lake Murray Boulevard in Irmo. Additionally, a new Dutch Bros location at 7001 Garners Ferry Road in Columbia, south of the Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center, opened on June 19. In Irmo, a Dutch Bros shop was constructed at 10603 Broad River Road, situated between a Wendy's and a Biscuitville. The chain also has plans for a Lexington location at 5211 Sunset Boulevard, adjacent to the Lidl supermarket, and another spot at the upcoming Target-anchored Victory Village shopping center on the Augusta Highway in Lexington. Marisa Zhang HERELexington · BUSINESS Marisa is a staff reporter for HERE Lexington covering local news, community stories, and developments across Lexington County. Marisa is committed to accurate, community-first journalism. HEREmention Get Your Business Found in AI BE THE ANSWER. When customers ask ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Google AI who to hire - your name comes up. Learn More
'Dutch' invasion continues: New coffee shop coming to busy West Columbia area. September 25, 2026 11:10 AM Gift Article A rapidly expanding coffee chain is planning a new location in a bustling area of West Columbia. Dutch Bros Coffee, which has locations across the U.S. and a burgeoning profile in the Midlands, will bring a location to 2239 Sunset Blvd. in West Columbia. That's next to the Sunset Court shopping plaza that includes a Groucho's Deli, Mai Thai restaurant and other businesses. It's about a mile east of Lexington Medical Center's campus and Interstate 26. Construction is happening at the site at 2239 Sunset Blvd., and there is a Dutch Bros banner posted there that says the coffee chain is "stoked to see you soon." Lexington County property tax records show the site is owned by West Columbia - Sunset DB LLC. An opening date for the in-the-works Dutch Bros has not been publicly announced. The spot along Sunset Boulevard is along a high-traffic area, with nearly 30,000 cars per day traversing the corridor, per state Department of Transportation stats. Dutch Bros, which has 1,000 locations across the U.S., has made a powerful swing into the Midlands this year. Four new Midlands Dutch Bros drive-thrus opened after the chain acquired Clutch Coffee Co. in January, converting shops at 9349 Two Notch Road and 4716 Devine St. in Columbia, 308 Columbia Ave. in Lexington, and 1511 Lake Murray Blvd. in Irmo. A new Columbia Dutch Bros location at 7001 Garners Ferry Road, just south of the Dorn Veterans Affairs Medical Center, opened its doors on June 19. Also in Irmo, Dutch Bros built a shop at 10603 Broad River Road between a Wendy's and a Biscuitville. The chain also is planning a Lexington location at 5211 Sunset Blvd. next to the Lidl supermarket, as well as a spot at the coming Target-anchored Victory Village shopping center on the Augusta Highway in Lexington. Chris Trainor is a retail reporter for The State and has been working for newspapers in South Carolina for more than 21 years, including previous stops at the (Greenwood) Index-Journal and the (Columbia) Free Times. He is the winner of a host of South Carolina Press Association awards, including honors in column writing, government beat reporting, profile writing, food writing, business beat reporting, election coverage, social media and more.