Dining Server

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join UCLA Housing & Hospitality as a Dining Server at the UCLA University Club! Provide friendly, professional food and beverage service while creating a welcoming and memorable dining experience for the UCLA community.

Roles require 6–12 months of server experience, excellent English communication, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting. Candidates should be able to read recipes and maintain safety and sanitation standards; background checks apply.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months Experience as a food server in a restaurant, casual or fine dining setting (Required)
• 1+ years Guest service experience in a fast-paced restaurant (Preferred)
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal English with supervisors and colleagues (Required)
• Skill in interacting with guests, team members, and managers in a high-volume setting (Required)
• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team (Required)
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations for recipes and portions (Required)
• Ability to comply with safety and sanitation standards (Required)
• Ability to engage with diverse populations respectfully (Required)
• Ability to remain calm when facing dissatisfaction (Required)
• Be able to prep beverages and simple food tasks (Required)
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance (Required)
• Knowledge of alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, spirits) (Required)
• Knowledge of basic culinary techniques and terminology (Required)

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional food and beverage service to UCLA University Club guests.
• Create a welcoming dining experience for the UCLA community.
• Assist with beverage service, bread presentation, and buffet setup as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in service areas and dining spaces.

Skills

Food service experience

Guest service experience

English communication

Teamwork

Reading recipes

Safety & sanitation

Diversity sensitivity

Punctual attendance

Education

TIPS California RBS Certification

Job description

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

Join UCLA Housing & Hospitality as a Dining Server at the UCLA University Club! Provide friendly, professional food and beverage service while creating a welcoming and memorable dining experience for the UCLA community.

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

• 6-12 months Experience as a food server in a restaurant, casual or fine dining setting (Required)


• 1+ years Guest service experience in a fast-paced restaurant (Preferred)


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


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


• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team (Required)


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


• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations necessary to understand recipes, measurements, and portion sizes (Required)


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


• 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)


• Demonstrated ability to prepare beverages and complete single-step food preparation tasks such as slicing bread and arranging food items on a buffet table (Required)


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance (Required)


• Working knowledge of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits (Required)


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

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• TIPS California Responsible Beverage Server (RBS) Certification (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 available to work varying schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs (Required)

Schedule

Variable

Complete Position Description

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