The Cellar Staff play a crucial role in maintaining the efficient operation of the nightclub’s cellar and bar areas. They ensure that stock levels are managed effectively, equipment is maintained, and the bar staff have everything they need to deliver a seamless service to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the cellar and bar areas are fully stocked and prepared before and during events.
• Receive, check, and store deliveries correctly, maintaining accurate stock records.
• Rotate stock effectively to minimise waste and ensure product freshness.
• Maintain and clean beer lines, taps, and other dispensing equipment to industry standards.
• Support bar staff by replenishing stock, changing barrels, and troubleshooting issues.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Assist in stock takes and audits to track inventory accurately.
• Work closely with the Venue and Duty Managers to improve cellar operations and efficiency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in all storage and cellar areas.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Previous experience in a bar, cellar, or stock management role.
• Good knowledge of cellar maintenance, beer line cleaning, and stock control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Physical fitness, as the role requires heavy lifting and manual handling.
• A proactive and reliable team player with good communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including late nights and weekends.

Desirable:

• Cellar management training or relevant qualification.
• First Aid training or willingness to undertake training.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a licensed venue.
• Experience working in a student union or student-focused environment.

Pay for this role is £12.44

If you are successful, you will go through an intensive 6 shift probation period in the new role after training is complete.

Any questions before applying should be sent to A.Hoy@Surrey.ac.uk

All staff are expected to:

• Positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment of colleagues and students in accordance with the University of Surrey Students’ Union Equal Opportunities policy.
• Help maintain a safe working environment by:
  
  • Attending training in health and safety requirements as necessary, both on appointment and as changes in duties and techniques demand.
  • Following local codes of safe working practices and the University of Surrey Students’ Union Health and Safety Policy.
  • Undertake such other duties within the scope of the post as may be requested by your Manager.

The job description reflects the core activities of the post and as the post-holder develops there will inevitably be some changes in the emphasis to the duties of the post.  The Students’ Union expects that the post-holder will recognize this and adopt a flexible approach to work and be willing to participate in training where necessary.  Should significant changes to the job description become necessary, the post-holder will be consulted and the changes reflected in a revised job description.