Company description

The Interval is a bar, café, museum, and the home of The Long Now Foundation. Featuring a floor-to-ceiling library of the books you might need to rebuild civilization, mechanical prototypes for a clock meant to last for 10,000 years, art that continually evolves in real time, and a time-inspired menu of artisan drinks.

The Long Now Foundation was established in 01996 to creatively foster long-term thinking and responsibility in the framework of the next 10,000 years.

Job description

The Interval at The Long Now Foundation seeks a skilled, personable, and dependable bartender/barback to join our team. This role requires a passion for hospitality, craft cocktails, and engaging with a curious, intellectually driven community. You’ll be instrumental in providing a memorable guest experience while upholding the values and mission of Long Now.

• Provide exceptional bar service, including preparing and serving coffee, cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages
• Engage warmly with guests, answer questions about our drinks and mission, and create a welcoming environment
• Help prepare housemade ingredients, set up and break down the bar
• Be part of a thoughtful, team-focused staff that values mutual support, shared responsibility, and collaborates to create an enjoyable workplace.
• Support events and programming as needed

Qualifications

• High EQ with strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently and stay composed in a fast-paced environment
• Availability to work evenings and weekends a must
• Curiosity for The Long Now Foundation’s mission and programming

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage + tips
• Unique benefits such as: tip minimum guarantee, paid time off including holiday closures (approximately 9 federal holidays per year and annual holiday closure)
• Full-time team members receive fully paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401K employer match — 100% of contributions on the first 3%, then 50% of contributions from 3% to 5%.
• Access to exclusive Long Now programming
• Opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities over time

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

August 17, 2025