Bartender/Barista at InsideHigherEd

Department Summary

The UCLA University Club, operated by UCLA Housing & Hospitality (H&H), serves as a central gathering space for faculty, staff, and the broader university community to foster intellectual, educational, and social exchange. While the Faculty Club continues to function as a 501(c)(7) organization under the Association's governance, its day-to-day operations and strategic oversight are fully managed within H&H.The UCLA University Club, a 501(c) (7) corporation and a social club registered with the California Department of State, was established in May 1960. It serves as a platform for members to engage in a wide range of formal and informal activities. These include intellectual discussions, educational programs, research collaborations, and social exchanges, all contributing to a vibrant interdisciplinary interchange and a strong sense of community.
Position Summary

The UCLA University Club, operated by UCLA Housing & Hospitality (H&H), serves as a central gathering space for faculty, staff, and the broader university community to foster intellectual, educational, and social exchange. While the Faculty Club continues to function as a 501(c)(7) organization under the Association's governance, its day-to-day operations and strategic oversight are fully managed within H&H. The UCLA University Club, a 501(c) (7) corporation and a social club registered with the California Department of State, was established in May 1960. It serves as a platform for members to engage in a wide range of formal and informal activities. These include intellectual discussions, educational programs, research collaborations, and social exchanges, all contributing to a vibrant interdisciplinary interchange and a strong sense of community.

 

The Bartender/Barista is responsible for preparing and serving a variety of alcoholic and espresso-based coffee beverages to patrons and guests in a professional and customer-focused manner. This role includes making product recommendations, responding to inquiries about beverages and menu items, and fulfilling special service requests. The incumbent must possess comprehensive knowledge of wines, spirits, beers, coffee drinks, and daily menu offerings, and demonstrate proficiency in crafting specialty cocktails with a thorough understanding of ingredients and preparation techniques.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications

2+ years Experience in customer service (Required)

1+ years Experience in a restaurant environment (Preferred)

Ability to engage with diverse populations in a respectful and culturally responsive manner (Required)

Ability to remain calm in the face of adversity, such as customer dissatisfaction (Required)

Ability to sufficiently communicate in written and verbal English to receive work assignments and share information with supervisors and colleagues (Required)

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with a fluctuating workload (Required)

Expert knowledge of alcoholic beverages and garnishes, including beer, wine, and spirits (Required)

Advanced knowledge of correct serving practices and beverage industry standards (Required)

Demonstrated skill using blenders, mixers, muddlers, corkscrews, bottle openers, and other basic bartender hand tools (Required)

Ability to comply with safety and sanitation standards and procedures for food and alcohol storage, production, and service (Required)

Math skills sufficient to properly adhere to production and customer payment transactions (Required)

Skill in interacting with guests, team members, and managers in a high-volume, public setting using positive body language, direct eye contact, active listening, and a friendly and professional demeanor (Required)

Working knowledge of basic culinary techniques, terminology, and practices (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

TIPS California Responsible Beverage Server (RBS) Certification (Preferred)

Professional bartending training certificate (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Must be at least 21 years of age or older (Required)

Must be available to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on departmental needs (Required)

Schedule

Variable
Union/Policy Covered

SX-Service
Complete Position Description

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