Jobs · Art & Creative · New York

Host

Tap Room · Bay Shore, NY · 4 mo ago
Art & CreativeFull-time

We are looking for a customer-focused Host to join our team! You will welcome guests, seat them in the restaurant and help them enjoy an exceptional dining experience.

About the role

  • Greet every guest with a friendly, upbeat attitude—the TapFam way!
  • Seat guests at tables or in waiting areas, ensuring smooth and fair table rotation for the service team.
  • Provide menus and inform guests of any current specials or promotions.
  • Communicate server assignments so guests know who will be taking care of them.
  • Manage the flow of guests in both dining and bar areas, providing accurate wait times when necessary.
  • Answer the phone and direct calls appropriately.
  • Handle all to-go orders and execute delivery orders promptly and accurately.
  • Keep the host stand and entrance area neat, organized, and welcoming at all times.
  • Be a team player—jump in to assist wherever needed to help the restaurant run smoothly.

Responsibilities

  • Previous experience as a host or server in a busy restaurant environment is a plus, but not required.
  • A friendly, outgoing personality with a passion for creating great guest experiences.
  • Strong communication skills—you’re comfortable greeting guests, answering questions, and providing clear information to both guests and team members.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone.
  • Team player mindset—you’re quick to lend a hand and keep things running smoothly.
  • Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift and carry items up to 30 lbs when needed.

Career Growth & Development

  • We promote from within and provide real opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure – We reward high performance and leadership.
  • Work with Passionate People – Join a team that cares deeply about hospitality and loves what they do.
  • Be Part of Something Bigger – Help build the future of Tap Room and leave your mark on the hospitality industry.
  • Plum Benefits - Plum Benefits is the leading Corporate Entertainment Benefits provider, offering exclusive discounts, special offers, and access to preferred seating and tickets to top attractions, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, hotels, and much more.
  • Food and Beverage Discounts
  • Catering Discounts
  • Employee Appreciation Parties (Holiday, End of the Summer)
  • Employee outings (brewery tours, Six Flags, baseball games, and more!)
  • Discounted Branded Merchandise
  • Closed on Major Holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Easter, 4th of July)
  • 401K with discretionary match (for salaried positions)
  • Sales Incentives

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We’re always accepting applications. At Tap Room, we’re always looking for great people to join our team! All positions you see posted here are open for applications year-round. Even if we’re not actively hiring for a specific role, we encourage you to apply anytime.

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