About this role
Water’s Edge Coffee Manager – South Haven Full-time salaried with benefits In-person responsibilities and on-call availability
1. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Missional Advancement > Prioritize ministry focus of business through sacredness of space, winsomeness and competence of employees and volunteers, along with quality of products and services, all with a spirit of paying forward the blessings we experience in the name of Jesus. 2. Staff Leadership > Hire, manage, train, evaluate, and dismiss staff > Create work schedules & effectively communicate with staff in a clear & timely fashion > Promote team building and staff morale > Develop barista training process through personal coffee drink-making skills & utilizing outside expertise as needed 3. Supply Management > Maintain a well-stocked, fiscally-responsible inventory > Develop positive relationships with vendors and suppliers 4. Financial Oversight > Ensure overall financial viability > Oversee daily sales and register reconciliation > Supervise bank deposits and credit card sales processes > Monitor revenue and expenses on a daily, weekly, and monthly bases > Provide timely and accurate reporting and recommend course correction as needed 5. Communication Coordination > Guide social media promotion and other marketing efforts > Facilitate connection with LifeBridge congregation, including volunteer opportunities > Maintain a positive community presence, including interaction with key leaders and fellow business owners.
2. QUALIFICATIONS CHARACTER > Possesses a heart for ministry > Responsible, reliable, and consistent > Positive attitude and pleasant demeanor > Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality > Able to carry the weight load of managerial responsibility CHEMISTRY > Team leader who works collaboratively > Sets tone for store and staff culture > Demonstrates emotionally healthy interpersonal skills > Willing and able to have tough but necessary conversations > Pursues unity and conflict resolution in a biblical manner > Committed to the mission, vision, and values of Water’s Edge Coffee COMPETENCE > Managerial skills with proven experience leading others > Some coffee knowledge, including barista skills > Self-starter who can initiate solutions and respond to unforeseen challenges > Able to manage multiple projects like scheduling, pricing, inventory, and sales tracking > Consistently sees tasks to completion > Willing to address obstacles and solve problems > Excels in oral and written communication > Proficient in necessary computer programs and digital platforms
3. REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE: Managerial experience required; coffee shop experience preferred EDUCATION: High school diploma required; additional education preferred SKILLS: Barista skills preferred; tech experience preferred (ex: Square, Sling) CHARACTER: Willing to abide by the Water’s Edge Lifestyle Agreement BODY LIFE: Must be involved in LifeBridge with regular Sunday worship attendance RESIDENCE: Living in/near South Haven preferred
4. RELATIONSHIPS Hired by: WE Coffee Oversight Team (including LifeBridge Elder reps & Lead Pastor) Reports to: WE Coffee Oversight Team (including LifeBridge Elder reps & Lead Pastor) Primary Supervisory Relationships: Barista staff
Secondary Supervisory Relationships: Ministry Leaders and Volunteers Other Work Relationships: LifeBridge Church, Building Owner, Vendors, Community, Water’s Edge HR & Finance. 38,000-42,000/year