Bartender (Multiple Positions)

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reduction

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

The University of Arizona in Tucson is seeking a Bartender to join the Catering Department. You will greet guests, discuss beverage preferences, recommend menu items and prepare drinks to order, using proper equipment and ingredients.

This role requires an engaging personality, efficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to handle cash and balance the till. The position offers full benefits and a starting hourly rate in a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant bartending or beverage service experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests, determine beverage preferences, and take drink orders.
• Review event details prior to event start time to ensure planning and product is in place and prepared for all needs as outlined on event orders.
• Select and mix ingredients, garnish glasses, and serve beverages to guests.
• Check identification to ensure guests are of legal age.
• Participate in developing new cocktail recipes.
• Take inventory and order supplies to ensure bars are well stocked.
• Adhere to all food safety and quality regulations.
• Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons.
• Maintain a clean work and dining area by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment.
• Ensure safe handling of food, alcohol and equipment.
• Handle customer complaints professionally and resolve issues.
• Eye for detail and knowledge of drink mixing tools and techniques.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Effective communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Highlights

The Bartender will be part of the Catering Department and will greet guests, answer questions regarding alcohol, recommend menu items, and prepare and serve beverages to our guests. It is the responsibility of the Bartenders to create drinks to order, utilize proper equipment and ingredients, and handle basic cleaning duties. Bartenders should be engaging, have a friendly personality and should be efficient, observant, knowledgeable and personable.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Welcoming guests, reading and listening to people to determine beverage preferences, making recommendations, and taking drink orders.
• Reviewing event details prior to event start time to ensure planning and product is in place and prepared for all needs as outlined on event orders.
• Selecting and mixing ingredients, garnishing glasses, and serving beverages to guests.
• Checking identification to ensure guests are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Participant in developing new cocktail recipes.
• Taking inventory and ordering supplies to ensure bars are well stocked.
• Adhering to all food safety and quality regulations.
• Handling cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons, balancing the cash register.
• Maintaining a clean work and dining area by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment.
• Ensures safe handling of food, alcohol and equipment.
• Handles customer complaints, actively resolves internal problems wherever possible, and follows through with necessary actions and effective communications.
• Eye for detail and understanding of drink mixing tools and techniques.
• Meets state minimum age to serve alcohol.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled in problem solving, leadership and management.
• Ability to effectively communicate with department managers, team members and guests.
• Knowledge of basic math and computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/move/transport up to 50 lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Culinary

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type hourly rate

Grade 3

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level OC2

Job Family Catering and Banquet Services

Job Function Culinary

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 3

Target Hire Date 9/21/2026

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates [e-mail]

Open Date 9/9/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Resume

Special Instructions to Applicant

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [e-mail].