PA Associate (Hospitality + Cafe)

Compensation: $21/hour + tips
Schedule: Varies

About Pickle Athletics

Pickle Athletics is a community. We strive to create a welcoming space where people come to compete, connect, restore, and have fun. Every interaction shapes the experience our members and guests have, and our Associates are the heart of making that happen.

We value teamwork, stepping in wherever help is needed, and showing up as your authentic self.

Location: 4000 Telegraph Ave, Oakland CA 94609

What You'll Do

As a PA Associate, you'll help create an exceptional member experience while supporting the daily operations of the club. This is a multifaceted role where you’ll get to know regulars, learn club policies, and make a few smoothies all in the same shift!

Your responsibilities include:

• Welcome every guest and member with genuine hospitality.
• Become knowledgeable about club policies, memberships, programs, and procedures.
• Answer questions and assist members while providing thoughtful alternatives when requests cannot be accommodated.
• Process café and retail purchases using our POS system.
• Deliver food and beverage orders.
• Assist with food preparation and act within food safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting facility throughout each shift.
• Complete opening, closing, and daily operational checklists.
• Answer phone calls and respond professionally to member inquiries.
• Support club safety by responding appropriately to injuries or emergencies.
• Assist with private events

What We're Looking For

Prior Experience:

Barista, café, or food service experience is preferred.

Character:

• Friendly, reliable, and hospitality-focused.
• Excited to build community and create meaningful experiences for others.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done without being asked.
• Dependable, punctual, and accountable, including arranging shift coverage when necessary.

Requirements

Pickle Athletics will provide certification if you do not already have:

• Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification
• Food Handler Certification
• CPR & First Aid Certification

Lifting/Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 15 - 25 lbs (e.g., ice, boxes of retail goods, beverage pallets).

Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously for the duration of a shift (4 to 8 hours).

Minimum Age: Must be 21+ due to alcohol server requirements.

Perks!

While we can't promise the world, we do our best by giving all our staff the following:

• 50% off food and beverage
• 25% off all club activities from open plays to sauna reservations

Logistics

Employment Type: Part-Time

Shift Availability: Primary looking for weekend availability

Hours per week: About 10 to 20 hours/week. (Standard shifts are 5 hours)

Payroll: Paid on the 5th and 20th of the month

Apply!

If you're someone who enjoys working with people, thrives on teamwork, and wants to help create a welcoming community centered around movement, connection, and fun, we'd love to meet you.

Feel free to email us at [email protected] or stop by our club and introduce yourself to a team member!