Barbacks help keep the bar running smoothly! This role is responsible for restocking supplies, cleaning glassware, and maintaining the bar area’s cleanliness.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities
• Welcome guests, provides exemplary service for guests, and provides accurate information about the menu, events, and the company.
• Provide support primarily to the bartenders. Prepare garnishes, Stock and re-stock the bar with garnishes, beverages, glassware, napkins, etc. throughout the shift. Replace kegs. Refill water stations. Collect glassware, dishes, and bus tables. Wash glassware and other dishes.
• Arranges furniture and sets tables for regular use, events, private reservations. May assist the kitchen staff in preparing food and washing dishes as needed.
• Reviews inventory, anticipates needs, and reports inventory needs to bartenders and/or management.
• Complies with company policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintains a sanitary working environment. Wash glassware and other dishes, cleans bar area and other areas as required. May be required to assist in cleaning the kitchen and other areas of the restaurant.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive community environment for guests and fellow employees.
• Attend regularly scheduled employee meetings and other meetings as required.
• May be required to take photos and assist with marketing needs.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
• 1 to 3 years of experience as a barback, busser, dishwasher, or similar role.
• Ability to perform all tasks and requirements of the job
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively solve problems and multi-task in high-paced environments
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience as a barback in a high-volume full service bar.
• Possession of a valid California Food Handler Card and valid CPR and First Aid Certification is a plus.
• Successful completion of the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control’s LEAD Program, Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training, or similar program within the last 5 years is a plus.

Knowledge
• Familiar with coffee, tea, beer, wine, liquor, and other beverages. Some understanding of food and beverage pairings. When needed, is able to educate and assist guests in ordering using this knowledge is a plus.
• Familiarity of coffeehouse, bar, and restaurant supplies and equipment operation and cleaning such as, but not limited to: espresso machines, keg taps, soda guns, small dishwashers.
• Education directly related to the job is a plus.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz, especially of the local LGBTQ+ history and community, is a plus.

Language Skills
• Able to communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, American Sign Language, or another language that is commonly used in the Santa Cruz area is a plus.

Physical Demands
• This role often requires the ability to bend, squat, lift items that weigh up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and move quickly while carrying heavy items.

Bartenders craft an array of beverages – everything from lattes to cocktails and create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities
• Welcome guests, provides exemplary service for guests, and provides accurate information about the menu, events, and the company.
• Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests. Serve multiple guests at bar and via servers, take orders, handle monetary transactions, and follow up with guests for their needs. Ability to anticipate guests’ needs and act accordingly.
• Responsible for opening or closing the restaurant, ensuring security systems are in place. May be responsible for arranging furniture and setting tables for regular use, events, private reservations.
• Reviews inventory, anticipates needs, and reports inventory needs to management. May be responsible for ordering inventory and supplies.
• Complies with company policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintains a sanitary working environment. May be required to wash glassware and other dishes, cleans bar area and other areas as required.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive community environment for guests and fellow employees.
• Attend regularly scheduled employee meetings and other meetings as required.
• May be required to take photos and assist with marketing needs.
• May be responsible for training and leading fellow employees. May be day-of contact for events and private reservations.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
• 2 to 5 years of experience as a barista, bartender, or similar role.
• Ability to perform all tasks and requirements of the job
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively solve problems and multi-task in high-paced environments
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience as a bartender in a high-volume full service bar and some experience as a barista.
• Successful completion of the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control’s LEAD Program, Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training, or similar program within the last 3 years is a plus
• Possession of a valid California Food Handler Card and/or First Aid/CPR is a plus.

Knowledge
• Knowledgeable about coffee, tea, beer, wine, liquor, and other beverages. Knowledgeable about preparation of such beverages. Knowledgeable about food and beverage pairings. When needed, educate and assist guests in ordering using this knowledge. Ability to meet requests regarding allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Working knowledge of coffeehouse, bar, and restaurant supplies and equipment operation such as, but not limited to: espresso machines, keg taps, soda guns, small dishwashers.
• Education directly related to the job is a plus.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz, especially of the local LGBTQ+ history and community, is a plus.

Language Skills
• Able to communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, American Sign Language, or another language that is commonly used in the Santa Cruz area is a plus as it will help create an equitable experience for our guests.

Physical Demands
• This role often requires the ability to bend, squat, lift items that weigh up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods.

Cooks whip up delicious plates of poutine, crepes, cauli-wings, and more scrumptious bites.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities
• Prepares food for multiple guests simultaneously. Follows proper guidelines pertaining to food preparation, presentation, and delivery, such as, but not limited to temperature and timing.
• Assist in the curation of menus for special events and private reservations.
• Reviews inventory, anticipates needs, and reports inventory needs to management.
• Complies with company policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintains a sanitary working environment. Washes dishes, cleans kitchen, and other areas as required.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive community environment for guests and fellow employees.
• May be responsible for ordering inventory and supplies.
• May be required to take photos and assist with marketing needs.
• May be responsible for training and leading fellow employees. May be day-of contact or provide support for "Kitchen Takeover” events.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
• 2 to 5 years of experience as a cook, chef, or similar role at a full-service restaurant.
• Ability to perform all tasks and requirements of the job
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively solve problems and multi-task in high-paced environments
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience as a cook, chef, or similar role at a full-service restaurant, dining hall, or similar high-volume company.
• Possession of a valid California Food Handler Card and valid CPR and First Aid Certification.

Knowledge
• Knowledgeable about food preparation, cooking, and presentation techniques. Ability to meet requests regarding allergies and dietary restrictions. Knowledgeable about food and beverage pairings. When needed, educate and assist fellow employees and guests using this knowledge.
• Working knowledge of restaurant supplies and equipment.
• Education directly related to the job is a plus.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz, especially of the local LGBTQ+ history and community, is a plus.

Language Skills
• Able to communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, American Sign Language, or another language that is commonly used in the Santa Cruz area is a plus as it will help create an equitable experience for our guests.

Physical Demands
• This role often requires the ability to bend, squat, lift items that weigh up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods.

Event Assistants help turn regular ol’ events into positively unforgettable experiences. These folks provide logistical support, help create events, take photos, and aid on the day of.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities
• Welcome guests, provides exemplary service for guests, and provides accurate information about the menu, events, and the company. Handles transactions, sells and checks tickets.
• Provides support with events, such as but not limited to trivia nights, drag shows, and art markets. May assist in the planning and curation of events.
• Prepares event space. Arranges furniture and sets tables for events and private reservations. Assists in technical support during events such as lighting or sound. Ensures sound does not exceed limitations per company policies and local ordinances. Takes photos during events (using a digital camera provided/owned by the company). May provide direct support to event host or performers, which may occur backstage or onstage such as collecting props or tips.
• Takes photos and assists with marketing needs, which may include designing or distributing flyers and other marketing materials.
• Complies with company policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintains a sanitary working environment.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive community environment for guests and fellow employees.
• Attend regularly scheduled employee meetings and other meetings as required.
• May be required to review inventory of event supplies, anticipate needs, and report needs to management.
• May be day-of contact for events.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
• 6 months or more as an event assistant, stage technician, lighting technician, photographer, marketing assistant, guest relations clerk, cashier, or similar role.
• Ability to perform all tasks and requirements of the job
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively solve problems and multi-task in high-paced environments
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications
• 1+ years as an event assistant, stage technician, lighting technician, photographer, marketing assistant, guest relations clerk, cashier, or similar role with a similar company.
• Experience assisting with the coordination of complex events or shows a plus.

Knowledge
• Familiarity with lighting and sound systems, event photography, marketing, point of sale systems, and/or ticket sites (such as Eventbrite).
• Education directly related to the job is a plus.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz, especially of the local LGBTQ+ history and community, is a plus.

Language Skills
• Able to communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, American Sign Language, or another language that is commonly used in the Santa Cruz area is a plus as it will help create an equitable experience for our guests.

Physical Demands
• May be required to bend, squat, lift items that weigh up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods.

The Security Crew Members keep our community safe by welcoming guests and keeping an eye out for unneighborly behavior.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities
• Welcome guests, provides exemplary service for guests, and provides accurate information about the events and the company as needed.
• Maintains a safe environment for guests, fellow workers, and community. Checks IDs, provides stamps or wristbands, checks bags or other personal belongings of guests. Maintains flow of entry and restricts entry as needed. Removes trespassing individuals. Respond to emergency situations to provide necessary assistance to guests and fellow employees. Protect the company's assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues. Provides written reports of security issues to management at end of each shift.
• Patrols interior and exterior of the property. Responds to concerns from fellow workers and guests appropriately. May be required to patrol radius around the business or escort patrons, performers, and fellow workers to their vehicles. May be responsible for opening or closing the restaurant, ensuring security systems are in place.
• Complies with company policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintains a sanitary working environment.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive community environment for guests and fellow employees.
• Attend regularly scheduled employee meetings and other meetings as required.
• May be required to distribute promotional materials to guests entering or exiting the venue or assist with other marketing needs.
• May be required to review inventory of security and/or event supplies, anticipate needs, and report needs to management.
• May be responsible for training and leading fellow employees.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
• 2 to 5 years of experience as a security guard or similar role at a similar company.
• Ability to perform all tasks and requirements of the job
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively solve problems and multi-task in high-paced environments
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications
• 4+ years of experience as a security guard or similar role at a high-volume full service bar and restaurant, or high-volume event venue.
• Valid registration with the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.

Knowledge
• Working knowledge of security systems equipment, radios, and other relevant equipment. Familiarity with other equipment throughout the company and awareness of prospective safety issues.
• Awareness and knowledge of signs of biases that may lead to harm.
• Education directly related to the job is a plus.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz, especially of the local LGBTQ+ history and community, is a plus.

Language Skills
• Able to communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, American Sign Language, or another language that is commonly used in the Santa Cruz area is a plus as it will help create an equitable experience for our guests.

Physical Demands
• May be required to bend, squat, lift items that weigh up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods.

Servers help build community by welcoming guests, taking orders, and serving delicious food and beverages.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities
• Welcome guests, provides exemplary service for guests, and provides accurate information about the menu, events, and the company.
• Serve multiple guests simultaneously, take orders, handle monetary transactions, and follow up with guests for their needs. Ability to anticipate guests’ needs and act accordingly.
• Arranges furniture and sets tables for regular use, events, private reservations.
• Knowledgeable about all menu items. Knowledgeable about food and beverage pairings. When needed, educate and assist guests in ordering using this knowledge. Ability to accurately communicate requests regarding allergies and dietary restrictions to kitchen and bar staff.
• Reviews inventory, anticipates needs, and reports inventory needs to management.
• Complies with company policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Maintains a sanitary working environment. May be required to bus tables, sweep, and other routine cleaning tasks of the dining area. May assist the kitchen and bar staff in washing dishes as needed.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive community environment for guests and fellow employees.
• Attend regularly scheduled employee meetings and other meetings as required.
• May be required to take photos and assist with marketing needs.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
• 1 to 3 years of experience as a server, host, or similar role.
• Ability to perform all tasks and requirements of the job
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to effectively solve problems and multi-task in high-paced environments
• At least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience as a server in a high-volume full-service restaurant.
• Successful completion of the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control’s LEAD Program, Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training, or similar program within the last 3 years is a plus.

Knowledge
• Working knowledge of POS systems. Familiarity of coffeehouse, bar, and restaurant supplies and equipment operation and cleaning.
• Education directly related to the job is a plus.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz, especially of the local LGBTQ+ history and community, is a plus.

Language Skill
• Able to communicate in English.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, American Sign Language, or another language that is commonly used in the Santa Cruz area is a plus as it will help create an equitable experience for our guests.

Physical Demands
• May be required to bend, squat, lift items that weigh up to 20 pounds, and stand for long periods. May be required to move quickly while carrying heavy items.