Host, UBS Arena

Delaware North; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Job summary

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Hosts to join our team at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. As a Host, you will welcome guests and manage the host station, seating charts, and wait times.

Pay is $20.70 per hour, with weekly pay and a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days, and more. Flexible schedules help you balance personal and professional commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience in guest service environments preferred.
• Excellent communication with guests and team members.
• Able to maintain high energy in a fast-paced setting and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Review the floor plan and reservation book daily to create seating charts.
• Seat guests and manage wait times.
• Inspect dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
• Speak with guests to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.
• Answer the restaurant telephone line during assigned hours.

Skills

Guest service experience

Strong communication

Ability to multi-task in fast-paced

Team player

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North Sportservice is hiring seasonal Hosts to join our team at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. As a Host, you will be responsible for welcoming guests and managing the host station.

Pay

$20.70 - $20.70 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What We Offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, employee assistance program, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Review the floor plan and reservation book daily to create seating charts
• Seat guests and maintain control of wait times
• Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness and proper setup
• Speak with guests to ensure satisfaction with food and service, respond to complaints, and thank guests as they are leaving
• Answer the restaurant telephone line during assigned hours of operation

More About You

• Prior experience in a guest service environment preferred
• Ability to maintain a high energy level in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to effectively communicate with guests and team members

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain on feet for the entire length of the shift
• Ability to maneuver between tables and around corners
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds

Shift details

Events

Who We Are

UBS Arena is a multi-purpose arena in Elmont, New York, next to the Belmont Park race track. The home to the New York Islanders of the National Hockey League (NHL) hosts around 150 major events annually.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.