Host - Seasonal

Founders Brewing Co; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Founders Brewing Co. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a seasonal, part-time Host to greet guests, manage the flow of traffic, and maintain wait lists during high-volume periods. You will collaborate with servers and management to ensure a positive guest experience.

The role is ideal for hospitality professionals who are friendly, composed, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Scheduling includes nights and weekends, with a competitive hourly wage and opportunities to represent the

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume hospitality environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage crowds and maintain composure.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and manage the flow of traffic into the taproom.
• Manage wait lists, seating, and guest expectations during high-volume periods.
• Communicate clearly with servers, bartenders, and management.
• Maintain awareness of table status and taproom capacity.
• Answer guest questions and provide accurate information about wait times and taproom policies.
• Represent the Founders brand with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Job description

At Founders Brewing Co., we continually challenge ourselves into places that most won’t go. We strive to be unique, to break barriers and challenge what is commonly accepted as the “norm.” It’s this mindset that has created our culture here at Founders and led us all to a lifestyle of no regrets. Why can’t we become who we choose to become?

Our collective goal is to be one of the most highly recognized and successful breweries in the United States.

An important part of reaching this goal is by recruiting, hiring and retaining unique individuals from a variety of backgrounds possessing broad and diverse skill sets. Quite simply, we believe that these people make the world a better place – and Founders a better company.

Our work community is made up of dedicated employees that bring their best to work every day to make the most delicious beer on the planet. To continually strive for greatness, it is essential for us to have a team that reflects the diverse communities we love, serve and to whom we raise our glasses.

We believe in fostering an atmosphere of empowerment and where every Founders team member can belong…bringing their full, authentic selves to work each and every day. It’s the Founders way. Sound interesting? If so, take the next step in becoming a member of the Founders team by checking out our open positions below.

Employee Benefits

Physical / Mental Wellness

• Health insurance benefits are offered to all employees including a no cost plan. Our cafeteria style benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short/long term disability, identify theft protection, critical illness/accident/hospital and pet insurance.
• Employer Health Savings account contributions for eligible employees
• We are partnered with an Employee Assistance Program and offer up to 7 free counseling sessions per issue per year for all employees and anyone living in the same household
• Discounts on gyms and opportunities for monthly reimbursement

Paid Time Away

• Taking time away from work is important and sometimes necessary to support personal well-being and lite responsibilities:
  • Personal
  • Observed Holidays
  • Floating Holidays
  • Volunteer Time Off
  • Paternity Leave
• For significant work anniversary milestones, we offer sabbaticals – paid time away from your job

Beer, Food and Fun

• We employe happy hours throughout the year
• Internal Recognition including Employee of the Month & Employee of the Year rewards
• Giveaways throughout the year
• We offer a 401k plan with a Company Match
• Competitive wages
• Shift premiums for off-shift hours

Beer and Apparel Discounts

• Enjoy a discount to use in our Taprooms, and our Company Store:
  • 50% off draft & packaged beer
  • 33% off everything else (food, apparel, etc.)
  • Free keg for your wedding or renewing vows
• $75/annually safety work boot reimbursement for Production & Retail employees
• $100/biennial for RX safety work glasses reimbursement for Production employees
• Production & Retail employee receive 5 work shirts annually

Give Back

• We provide paid time away from work to volunteer in the community (Volunteer PTO)
• We match employee donations through our Bigger Pitcher Giving Committee
• On-site blood drives

Founders Brewing co. values

Our values reflect the ethos and culture of Founders Brewing Co. They are guidelines for decision-making, problem solving and other actions. We are all ambassadors of our company — and we know that a value-based organization can stand the test of time. Every single employee is responsible for making sure these values are part of our character.

Inclusion

Come as you are. Diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives inspire us. Each person’s values, interests and palate are all part of who they are. We respect individuality. Founders Brewing Co. is strengthened when we attract, develop and retain a group of people that reflects the diversity of our communities and our customers.

Be honest and genuine. We don’t hide things in our products, and we don’t hide who we are or what we do. We want transparency and open communication. We look each other in the eye and tell each other the truth. Our collaboration and shared commitment with each other make us stronger and allows us to win together.

Committed to Quality

Quality stands as the cornerstone of the beverages we craft — a testament to our dedication to excellence. Quality is a guiding principle that shapes everything we do — ensuring that every product, service, or interaction reflects the highest standards. We want everyone at Founders Brewing Co. to have pride that they have a hand in creating the best possible beverage for our consumers.

Community-Oriented

We’re thankful for the environmental and social communities that allow us to make and serve great products. We respect and are cognizant of the impact of our work in our hometowns, and across the country. It’s all of our jobs to promote a responsible brewery culture. We’re committed to sustainable practices for future generations. And we’ll do everything we can to give back and support the communities where we live and work.

Brave & Inventive

While we stay true to our roots, we’re dedicated to evolving, improving, and building upon our craft — every day. We never stop working to better ourselves. Innovation propels us forward, driving us to explore new frontiers and challenge the status quo. It’s not just about embracing change, but positively and actively shaping it. By fostering a culture of innovation, we empower ourselves to adapt to evolving landscapes, anticipate needs and pioneer groundbreaking beverages our consumers love.

Open Positions

Position:Host - Seasonal

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Job Id:1138

# of Openings:1

Love high-energy shifts and being the first face guests see when the place is buzzing? Located just steps from the new Acrisure Amphitheater, our taproom is gearing up for a big season. We’re looking for hosts who can stay organized, think on their feet, and create a welcoming first impression when volume is at its highest.

What We’re Looking For

This is a seasonal, part-time Host position at the front desk of a very busy taproom. This role is ideal for hospitality professionals who are friendly, composed, highly aware of their surroundings, and comfortable managing crowds, wait lists, and constant guest interaction.

You are calm in chaos, confident communicating with guests, and able to keep things moving when it’s loud, busy, and fast-paced.

We are proud of a taproom culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and kindness. We’re looking for team members who treat coworkers and guests from all backgrounds with professionalism, empathy, and an open mind.

Position Details

Seasonal, part-time

High-energy, team-oriented environment

Competitive hourly wage

What You’ll Do

Greet guests warmly and manage the flow of traffic into the taproom

Manage wait lists, seating, and guest expectations during high-volume periods

Communicate clearly and consistently with servers, bartenders, and management

Maintain awareness of table status and overall taproom capacity

Answer guest questions and provide accurate information about wait times and taproom policies

Represent the Founders brand with professionalism and enthusiasm

Qualifications

Previous hosting or hospitality experience preferred, especially in high-volume environment

Strong communication, multi-tasking, and organizational skills

Ability to stay calm and courteous under pressure

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must have scheduling flexibility, including nights and weekends

Comfortable working in higher noise levels due to music and customer traffic

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to stand, walk, and communicate with guests and staff. Employees may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Founders Brewing Co. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

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