Team Member

Team Member – Smoothie King | Sankofa Smoothies | Part-Time | Pay $19-26/hr

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THIS ISN'T JUST A SHIFT – IT'S A LAUNCHPAD.

You start with a pledge and a purpose. Before long, you're the one others look to. That's how we operate.

Sankofa Smoothies is a top 2% Smoothie King franchise – the #1 operator in the state and a Certified Training Store. Sankofa is personally led by Josh Martin – former 7-year NFL pro and principal owner – who builds teams the same way he played: with discipline, accountability, and a will to win. Josh is hands-on in the business and invested in every person on this team. We promote from within. We pay based on performance. We move fast.

We're not just looking to fill a role. We're looking for people who make us better – every shift, every interaction, every season.

Now hiring for Northfield & DTC locations!

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IS THIS THE RIGHT FIT?

This role IS for you if:

• You show up – on time, every shift, no excuses

• You thrive when the pace is fast and the standards are high

• You want to earn more by learning more – not just by waiting

• You bring something to the team that wasn't there before you arrived

• You're coachable and actively make the people around you better

• Weekend availability is something you can commit to

This role is NOT for you if:

• You need a slow pace or minimal accountability

• Consistent weekends and holidays are a problem for your schedule

• You're just between things and need something temporary

• Detailed food safety standards feel like overkill

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

Every shift, you'll own one or more of our four core functions:

Clean – Keep every station shift-ready. Cleanliness is how we respect guests and each other.

Prep – Execute prep charts accurately. A well-prepped store is a fast store.

Blend – Make every smoothie to recipe, fast and right. Target: smoothie on the blender in 60 seconds.

Serve – Greet every guest with energy. Educate guests and help them customize their perfect smoothie – every order is an opportunity to make it better.

You'll also handle POS transactions, follow food safety standards without exception, and communicate clearly with your team throughout every shift.

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WHAT WE EXPECT

Must-Haves:

• At least 16 years old

• Weekend and holiday availability – required, not preferred

• Reliable attendance – zero unexcused absences is the standard

• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

• Positive, team-first attitude every shift

What Sets Top Candidates Apart:

• You raise the bar – for yourself and the people working alongside you

• Self-starter – you see what needs doing and you handle it

• Competitive mindset – you want to beat your numbers, not just meet them

• Coachable – you treat feedback as fuel, not criticism

• Prior customer service or food service experience (preferred, not required)

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WHAT YOU'LL EARN – THE PLEDGE PROGRAM

PLEDGE stands for Pursue, Learn, Elevate, Deliver, Grow, Excel. Your pay grows as your skills do – no waiting for an annual review.

TM0 → Base pay (Day 1)

TM1 → +$1.00/hr (Written test, Week 4)

TM2 → +$0.50/hr (Practical skills test, Week 8)

TM3 → +$0.50/hr (ServSafe certification, Week 12)

TM4 → +$1.00/hr (Advanced test, after TM3 – open to anyone)

Total possible: +$3.00/hr above base pay.

⚡ Fast-Start Bonus: Pass TM1 at 90%+ before Day 30 and earn an extra $100 on top of your raise. Miss the window and you still get the raise – but the bonus is gone. The clock starts Day 1.

Pay adjustments take effect the following pay period after each level is completed and verified.

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BENEFITS & PERKS

• Free smoothie every shift

• 30% employee discount

• 401(k) with match

• PTO – up to 2 paid weeks per year

• Paid training

• Referral bonuses

• Flexible scheduling – we build around your availability

• Real growth path – Team Member → Shift Manager → Trainer → Senior Management

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SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY

Shifts: Open (6:30a–12p), Mid (11a–5p), Closing (4p–10p)

Sunday Shifts: Open (9:30a–4p), Closing (3p–9p)

Days: Monday–Sunday (weekend availability required)

Hours: Most TMs start at 20–25 hrs/week with the opportunity to grow

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HOW TO APPLY

We hire for mindset and motivation – no smoothie experience needed. We'll teach you everything. But we'll be honest: we're selective. We'd rather have a smaller team that makes each other better than a full roster that's just getting by.

1. Apply online

2. You'll receive an automated text with a link to your personal questionnaire – complete it on your own time

3. Submit a short video interview

4. In-store vibe check

5. You're on the team – we move fast, and so do you

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Ready to grow, lead, and help build something worth being part of? Apply today.

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Sankofa Smoothies is committed to an inclusive workplace and will provide accommodations to ensure every team member can succeed.