Shannah N. Ruth; Owner & Head Chef
Shannah Ruth is a free-spirited, hardworking mom of three, the Owner and Head Chef of The Salty Hippie Cafe, and the creative force behind its unique flavors and cozy vibes. With a hippie soul and a passion for fresh, flavorful food, she’s dedicated to bringing homemade goodness to the table—whether it’s a hearty breakfast, a comforting panini, or one of her famous specials. Rooted in community and fueled by love, Shannah pours her heart into every dish, making The Salty Hippie Cafe more than just a place to eat—it’s a place to feel at home.
Morgan Wolford; General Manager
Wife, mom, expert chaos coordinator, and the powerhouse behind the daily operations at the Salty Hippie Cafe. As our General Manager, Morgan keeps everything running smoothly, from the kitchen to the front counter, all while bringing her signature blend of organization and humor to the team. When she’s not making magic happen at the cafe, she’s busy co-owning High Steaks Cattle, where her passion for raising cattle and providing quality beef shines bright. Whether she’s balancing the demands of family, farm life, or food service, Morgan does it all with grit, grace, and a whole lot of coffee!
Nicole Lee; Events Coordinator
Meet the big-hearted, tough-as-nails Squirrel who never sleeps behind CountryGirl Contraband Apparel & Our amazing events here at The Cafe! With a coffee in her hand and Salty Hippie Croutons in the other she is always up to something. Whether its designing creative apparel or planning fun events at the Cafe, she's always on the move! When she's not at it with her designs, she's fishing with her husband or chasing after their Lab, Mercury. Her major passion is embracing that Aunt Life, spoiling her nieces and nephews whenever she can!
Front of House Tribe
Addison Groves
Alyssa Harris
Ayden Cutchin
Inga Ruth
Molly Miller
Mason Williams
The Kitchen Tribe
Shannah Ruth
Jen Russell
Maelynn Ross