UMFA Café Barista Staff

Details

Open Date 12/30/2025

Requisition Number PRN16647N

Job Title Food Service Worker

Working Title UMFA Café Barista Staff

Career Progression Track A

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 1-19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

This position is 10-19 hours per week and may require weekends and some evenings.

Hours of operation: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (8:00 pm on Wednesday) Sat-Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Shifts vary based upon the availability of other staff members.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00073 - Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 13.65 + tips

Close Date 02/27/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts is located on the campus of the University of Utah and offers visitors the opportunity to explore over 5,000 years of human creativity with a collection of over 20,000 objects and art works from classic Greek and Roman antiquities to cutting-edge, contemporary art. Founded in 1914, the UMFA is the state of Utah’s art museum, creating exhibitions and programs that serve a wide array of audiences. The UMFA is housed in the award-winning Marcia and John Price Museum Building.

Candidates for this position will be primarily assigned to the front of house, but will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of kitchen duties, food preparation, recipes, etc. The UMFA Café Barista Staff is responsible for delivering excellent customer service and expertly prepared café food and beverage. They must maintain a high level of cleanliness and demonstrate current Museum knowledge.

Responsibilities

Barista staff will require a Utah Food Handler’s permit ( UMFA will provide if necessary)

Barista staff’s primary responsibilities are as follows:

a. Prepares café beverages, handles cash/credit transactions and provides customer service

b. Proficient in espresso machine operation, beverage recipe preparation and overall presentation

c. Prepare menu items in a timely fashion according to recipe and customer needs

d. Assist with catering and event preparation as appropriate

e. Accomplish opening and closing tasks both independently and in small teams

f. Receive deliveries; check for accuracy and approve packing slips

g. Restock/check inventory levels of products and supplies, notify supervisor of needs, remove expired inventory

h. Clean and maintain front of house and café equipment

i. Remove all trash and food debris daily

j. Maintain high levels of personal hygiene

Demonstrates museum knowledge:

a. Responsible for general knowledge of Museum operations

b. Awareness of current exhibitions and programs

c. Receives updates via email, reviews general calendar and responds to email

d. Assist guests with calendar, exhibition, program and event questions

Minimum Qualifications

Current Food Handler’s Permit within one month of employment; must be able to read, write, and follow verbal instructions in English; and a commitment to providing excellence in service required. Six months food handlers’ experience is preferred.

Preferences

A successful candidate possesses exceptional customer service skills, is a self-starter with a dedication to quality, presentation and cleanliness. Reliability and dependability are a must.

Previous experience in food and beverage, cash handling and customer service.

Special Instructions Summary

Please provide class schedule and/or list of availability.

Additional Information

Visit our benefits page to see current retirement offerings: benefits.utah.edu

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for all.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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