Join the Dream Team at Topeka Cat Cafe!

Are you ready to make a pawsitive difference every day? The Topeka Cat Cafe is more than just a workplace—it’s a mission, a passion, and a community-driven adventure! We’re looking for hard-working, dedicated individuals to join our team and help us create a space where cats and cat lovers can connect and thrive.

Why Work With Us?

• Be a Trailblazer: Join Topeka’s very first cat cafe and help us shape this unique experience.
• Grow With Us: We're not just hiring employees—we’re building a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and cat enthusiasts who want to learn and grow alongside us.
• Make a Difference: Every day, you’ll contribute to the happiness of our visitors and the well-being of our furry friends.
• Enjoy Perks:
  • Work in the company of adorable cats
  • Gain access to employee discounts
  • Free visits to the cat cafe
  • Monetary bonuses

The Reality of the Role

Launching a new business isn’t all sunshine and kittens. There will be challenges, growing pains, and hard work ahead—but if you’re up for the ride, it’ll be one of the most rewarding adventures of your life. We’re searching for passionate individuals who are willing to roll up their sleeves, tackle any challenge, and bring their best selves to the table every single day.

We need team members who are:

• Caring, confident, and generous in spirit.
• Committed to excellence and detail-oriented.
• Problem solvers who thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Growth-minded and adaptable, ready to help us overcome challenges as we grow.

Pay: Varies based on experience $7.25 -$13/hr

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Available positions are listed below.

Now Hiring:

1. Cleaning, Cat Care & Customer Service Team Member
Part-Time | Topeka Cat Café

We are looking for long-term, committed individuals. We are NOT currently hiring for temporary or seasonal positions .

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working team member with a positive attitude, who loves cats, takes pride in keeping things clean, and enjoys helping people. This role is physically active, and the most important part of the job is cleaning. If you’re someone who notices the small things, works well under pressure, and is excited to be part of a mission-driven team—read on!

🧽 Main Focus: CLEANING

We can’t stress this enough—cleaning is a MAJOR part of the job.

It is physically demanding: Requiring repeat bending, lifting, and standing for long periods.

This means:

• Cleaning litter boxes
• Mopping and disinfecting floors
• Doing laundry
• Deep cleaning
• Using cleaning products like Rescue and bleach
• Keeping the entire space fresh and welcoming for guests and cats

🐾 What You'll Do:

• Cleaning: Keep our space clean, safe, and odor-free at all times
• Cat Care: Feed, groom, and monitor the health and happiness of our cats
• Customer Service: Greet guests, answer questions, and ensure a great experience for every visitor
• Retail Tasks: Run the register, restock shelves, and track inventory
• Problem Solving & Adaptability: Stay calm and flexible as things change day-to-day

🕐 Required Availability:

You must be available during the following times:

• Mondays: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Wednesdays & Thursdays: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Fridays, Saturdays & Sunday: Flexible/open availability between 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

This is a part-time position. Hours may vary each week depending on team needs. We are a small staff, so flexibility is important to help cover for others when they are sick or on vacation.

✅ Who We’re Looking For:

Please only apply if you meet all of these requirements:

• 18 years or older
• Must have the availability mentioned above
• Must be looking for a long-term position
• Passion for cats
• At least 1 year of customer service, retail, or sales experience
• Experience caring for cats (at home or professionally)
• Ability to clean for 4+ hours, bend, lift up to 30 lbs, and stand for long periods
• Comfortable using cleaning products like bleach and detergents
• Detail-oriented, fast learner, and a strong multitasker
• Positive attitude and strong problem-solving skills

❌ Not a Fit If:

• You’re only available during summer or temporarily
• You don’t enjoy cleaning or physical work
• You are not available on the days/hours above
• You don’t like change
• You need full time hours
• You are under 18

Topeka Cat Café is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Ready to Join the Adventure?

If this sounds like the purrfect opportunity for you, fill out the application below and upload your resume if you have one. Let’s create something extraordinary together!