Liminal Barista (Lighthouse Mission Coffee Shop)

The Lighthouse Mission•Bellingham, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Liminal Barista supports the daily operations of Liminal Coffee, Lighthouse Mission Ministries’ nonprofit coffee shop and job-training environment. This role is responsible for supporting baristas and trainees, ensuring excellent guest service, and maintaining a welcoming, orderly environment that embodies LMM’s values of hospitality, dignity, restoration, and hope. The Barista role acts as a steady on-the-floor presence, helping oversee workflow, quality standards, and staff support. This position plays a crucial role in supporting job-training participants and modeling LMM’s grace-based accountability philosophy.

Requirements

Agreement with the Lighthouse Mission’s Statement of Faith and adherence to the Life & Personal Covenant, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
A passion for serving Jesus and making the Gospel known through mercy ministry.
The successful candidate will have an active church/prayer life.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with POS systems and basic software (Google Workspace or Microsoft Office).
Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
Reliable, flexible, and willing to take initiative.
Execution of a confidentiality agreement.
Ability to successfully pass pre-employment background screenings.
Standing 80%; walking 10%; sitting 10%
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced coffee shop environment and operate café equipment
As an outreach of Lighthouse Mission Ministries, successful applicants will show a desire to end spiritual, economic, physical and social poverty with an aim toward restored identities and recovered vocations for the purpose of healthy relationships with God, each other, and the world.
Must be committed to the Christian faith and comply with drug-free policy.

Responsibilities

Oversee workflow, cleanliness, and café presentation
Perform opening and closing procedures as scheduled
Provide on-shift guidance and encouragement to baristas and trainees
Uphold a positive, professional, grace-filled team atmosphere
Demonstrate proper drink preparation and uphold quality control
Deliver exceptional hospitality and foster a welcoming environment
Resolve customer concerns with warmth and professionalism
Promote Liminal’s mission, brand, and community-oriented ethos through guest interactions
Support participants in their vocational training and personal development
Model LMM’s grace-based accountability and relational care
Participate in Christian devotionals, prayer, and relational ministry as needed
Work collaboratively with the Coffee Manager, Shift Leads and Barista Trainees
Communicate effectively with all staff and relay shift updates
Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training
Perform any additional duties as assigned