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Sidecar Doughnuts and CoffeeSan Diego, California

$18 - $22 / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$18-$22/hour
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
401k Matching/Retirement Savings

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discounts
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Training & development
Made for guests. At Sidecar, we don’t just serve doughnuts — we’re revolutionizing the way people experience them. Everything is made from scratch, in small batches, with the best ingredients we can find. Our servers are the face of that standard — the warm welcome and the reason guests come back.
If you find real joy in taking care of people, love sharing what you know, and want to be the reason someone’s day got a little better, read on.

Why Sidecar

Our mission is simple and ambitious: revolutionize the way people experience doughnuts. We pursue that every day through three commitments — bringing people together, creating meaningful experiences, and crafting everything with excellence. For a server, all three are personal: you’re the one who brings people together and turns each visit into a moment worth remembering.
We aim to be “The Happiest Part of Your Day,” and that goes for our team, too. Sidecar runs on five values:
  • Warm. Kindness in action — toward guests and the teammates serving beside you.
  • Fun. We’re serving doughnuts, not curing cancer. The work is serious; the spirit is joyful.
  • Fresh. Stylish, refined, and original. What we make is distinctly Sidecar — never a copy.
  • Creative. We experiment and refine so we never grow stale, while staying true to our roots.
  • Excellent. High standards, no compromises — in product quality, consistency, and cleanliness.
  • What You’ll Do

    Our servers are the heart of the guest experience and grow their craft over time. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    Welcome. Greet every guest like you’re glad they came — warm, genuine, and present from hello to goodbye.
  • Know the product. Master our doughnuts, coffee, ingredients, and tasting notes so you can speak to every item with confidence.
  • Guide & recommend. Ask good questions, make thoughtful suggestions, and help guests discover something they’ll love.
  • Make it personal. Remember regulars, their names, and their favorites — make every guest feel welcomed, remembered, and important.
  • Serve with care. Take orders accurately, handle the counter and register, and deliver fast, friendly, professional service through every rush.
  • Presentation. Box, plate, and present product to Sidecar’s standards so it looks as good as it tastes.
  • Cleanliness & safety. Keep the front of house clean, stocked, and food-safe, following all health and sanitation standards.
  • Teamwork. Communicate clearly, support the line during the rush, and help the next shift start strong.
  • What You Bring

    Heart for hospitality. Genuine joy in serving people and making their day a little brighter.
  • People skills. A personal, friendly, and professional way with guests — every single time.
  • Curiosity. Eagerness to learn our products, ingredients, and tasting notes inside and out.
  • Pace. Ability to stay warm, accurate, and calm when it’s busy and the line is out the door.
  • Reliability. Dependable, on time, and ready for early-morning, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Physical readiness. Comfortable standing for full shifts and lifting/moving product and supplies.
  • Standards. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (or willingness to get certified).

    Compensation & Growth

    At Sidecar, your pay grows as your craft does. The more you master, the more you earn. Starting pay varies by location and follows the local market.
  • Start strong. Entry-level servers begin at minimum wage (by location) with full, hands-on training.
  • Earn tips. Once you’re trained on two skills, you become eligible to share in tips.
  • Earn raises. Learn additional skills and stations, and your hourly base pay increases.
  • Grow into leadership. Earn certifications across all front-of-house skills and learn roles like barista and baker to become eligible for leadership roles.

    Benefits

  • Health insurance. Available to full-time employees.
  • Paid vacation. Available to full-time employees.
  • 401(k) with match. We match up to 4% of your contributions.
  • Perks

    On us. A free doughnut and coffee beverage every shift you work.
  • Employee discount. On product and merch.
  • Why You’ll Want to Stay

    This is a place where people matter, where you’re the reason someone’s day got a little brighter, and where the team actually likes showing up. If making guests feel welcomed, remembered, and important means something to you, you’ll be at home here.
    Ready to apply? Attach your resume. We’d love to meet you.Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee does not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and complies with all E-Verify program rules.
    Compensation: $17.75 - $21.55 per hour

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    FAQs About Server Jobs at Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee

    What is the work location for this position at Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee?
    This job at Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee is located in San Diego, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
    What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee?
    Candidates can expect a pay range of $17.75–$21.55 per hour for this role.
    What employment applies to this position at Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee?
    Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee lists this position under the following employment categories:
    • Alternate-schedule
    • Full-time
    What experience level is required for this role at Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee?
    Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
    What benefits are offered by Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee for this role?
    Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Vacation, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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