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Compass Group

CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER

Bellingham, WA · On-site

$25.58/hr

Viking Union Cafe Western Washington University 563 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 Note: online ... Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits: * Opportunities ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time cafe in Bellingham, WA is $16.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $20.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Part time cafe jobs are positions in cafes or coffee shops that require employees to work fewer hours than a standard full-time schedule, often ranging from 10 to 30 hours per week. These roles can include baristas, servers, cashiers, or kitchen staff, and typically involve tasks such as preparing drinks and food, taking orders, cleaning, and providing customer service. Part time cafe jobs are popular among students, those seeking flexible work hours, or individuals looking for supplemental income.

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To thrive as a Part Time Cafe Worker, you need basic food handling skills, customer service experience, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, espresso machines, and health and safety certifications such as a food handler's permit are commonly required. Strong communication, multitasking ability, and a positive attitude help you stand out in a busy, customer-facing environment. These skills and qualifications are essential for providing efficient service, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining a safe, welcoming cafe atmosphere.

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Part-time cafe employees often face challenges such as managing busy rush hours, balancing multiple tasks like taking orders and preparing drinks, and adapting to different shifts each week. To handle these effectively, it helps to develop strong time management skills, communicate clearly with teammates, and stay organized during peak periods. Many cafes also provide training on workflow and customer service to support new staff and ensure the team works smoothly together.

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Liminal Barista (Lighthouse Mission Coffee Shop)

The Lighthouse Mission

Bellingham, WA • On-site

$19.13/hr

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Liminal Barista

Department: Infrastructure - Social Enterprises

Schedule: Part-time (15-25hrs/week), On-site, must be able to work Saturdays

Compensation: $19.13 per hour + tips


Position Description: : 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.


Responsibilities:

  • Oversee workflow, cleanliness, and cafe 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


Organizational Relationships:

  • Works independently and collaboratively with other team members.
  • Represents LMM to vendors and outside agencies in the course of daily work.
  • Reports directly to the Liminal Lead Manager


Qualifications:

  • 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.


Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

  • 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 cafe 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. Those qualified to join our team can enjoy a rewarding work environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Lighthouse Mission Ministries is both an equal-opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. Consistent with our mission and applicable laws, we do not discriminate in our employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. As permitted by law, LMM reserves the right to employ only those who affirm and adhere to our Statement of Faith and Life & Personal Covenant. Lighthouse Mission Ministries does not discriminate in its employment practices or in the administration and dissemination of its programs and services. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e-1(a)), Lighthouse Mission Ministries has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with the Lighthouse Mission Statement of Faith.

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