Kava Luv Application - Fort Collins

Hi! Thanks for your interest in joining our team. We’re excited to learn more about you. This application is designed to help us get a better understanding of your experience level, your interest in kava and botanical tea (kratom), and how you connect with the community we’re building. This helps us make sure it's a good fit on both sides!

About us:

The Kavatender position is a unique blend of bartender and barista. Some shifts are fast-paced (especially during our daily Happy Hour), while others are more relaxed. Regardless of the pace, cleanliness is a top priority — all team members are expected to follow our cleaning procedures and help maintain a welcoming, spotless environment.

We’re not a typical bar—we’re a lounge and a community hub. Many of our regulars treat this space like a second home: they work here, celebrate milestones, and visit daily (often more than once). When they’re given great care, they give that same care back to our kavatenders. Because of this, professional and consistent customer service is essential.

Please note:

We are open late, and closing shifts often run until 2:00–3:30 AM, including post-shift cleaning.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear more!

Please take a few minutes to answer the following:

What is your name?

(First and Last)

Do you have a preferred name or nickname?

(if No, you can leave this space blank)

What is your Phone Number?

What is your email address?

What is your preferred method of contact?

We prefer to email applicants. Please let us know what works for you.

What is your Date of Birth?

What is your Availability?

Morning Shifts: 8:10am/8:30am - 5:30pm

Night Shifts: 5:00pm - 2:30am (Su-Th) 3:30am (F-Sa)

Please include any other details you may have about your availability.

Do you have a reliable form of transportation?

Do you have experience in the kava/botanical tea industry, customer service, bartending, or food/beverage?

If yes, tell us a bit about where and what you did.

Have you ever tried kava or botanical tea before?

If not, are you comfortable learning about and serving it?

Why are you interested in working at a kava bar specifically?

(We want to know what draws you to the vibe/community/scene, etc.)

What does being part of a team mean to you?

Just a few sentences is perfect.

How do you handle busy, high-pressure shifts?

(We all get swamped sometimes — what’s your go-to mindset?)

This job can be physically demanding — long hours on your feet, lifting heavy items (like 5-gallon buckets), and lots of cleaning. Are you comfortable with that kind of work?

(Feel free to explain if you have any limitations or concerns.)

Our shifts often run late — sometimes until 2–3:30 AM. Are you available and comfortable working those kinds of hours consistently?

(We want to be upfront — this is a late-night position.)

Cleaning is a big part of the job. From wiping counters to scrubbing buckets and keeping the space spotless, it’s part of every shift. How do you feel about cleaning duties?

What’s your approach to staying focused and upbeat during long or physically demanding shifts?

Work History #1:

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Is this your current job?

Yes

If yes, will you be leaving to work at Kava Luv?

Yes

Work History #2:

Company Name:

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Start Date:

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Is this your current job?

Yes

If yes, will you be leaving to work at Kava Luv?

Yes

Work History #3:

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By submitting this application, you confirm that the information you’ve provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge. This application is not a job offer or guarantee of employment. It is part of our hiring process and will be used to help determine potential fit for the Kavatender role. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the full interview process and any applicable onboarding steps.