Server

Tap Room; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Tap Room, part of Upstream Hospitality Group, is seeking an experienced server for our Patchogue, NY location. You will greet guests, present menus, take orders, and ensure a smooth dining experience while upholding our high hospitality standards.

Knowledge of the menu and liquor program, plus the ability to upsell and follow state regulations, is essential. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, work well with a team, and bring a positive attitude to every shift.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in a similar role.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Certifications: Valid TIPS (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Know the full menu, liquor/beer, specials, promotions, and events.
• Take orders and upsell, maintaining hospitality standards.
• Ensure compliance with liquor regulations and ID checks.
• Operate the POS system accurately.
• Maintain the dining area and assist team members as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible schedule

Job description

Benefits

• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule

Upstream Hospitality Group

Upstream Hospitality Group is an ever-growing hospitality group that has a wide variety of tastes with a common theme holding them all together: creativity, progression, and originality. When going against the current (upstream), you set yourself apart from the rest, and that is what we strive to do in the most positive way.

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Server to join our team!

Who you are

A natural people-person with an eye for the details, you are looking to join a hard-working and efficient team that cares about great food and good people! You thrive in a fast-paced setting, work well with a team, and bring positive energy to every shift. The Tap Room Server occupies one of the most integral functions in the restaurant

What you'll do

• Servers are expected to have full knowledge of our menu, liquor/beer, specials, promotions, and events.
• Always exude hospitality, take guests’ food and beverage orders, utilize salesmanship techniques, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Adheres to state, federal, and corporate liquor regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.
• Ask for ID anytime serving alcohol to guests. There are no exceptions to this law and policy.
• Full knowledge of our POS system, with the ability to input orders into the POS system, correctly.
• Complete all opening and closing tasks pertinent to the serving position, as well as running side-work.
• Know the full layout of the restaurant, including but not limited to, table numbers and storage areas.
• Help promote our restaurant: Great food, good people!
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Tap Room.
• Assist fellow team members in the performance of their responsibilities. We want team players only!
• All Tap Room employees must come to work in proper uniform, neat and clean, with a positive attitude, and ready to work on time.
• Ensure the ability to properly read state-issued identification.
• Act with integrity and honesty, and alert management to all issues that may arise with a guest.

What We’ll Need From You

• At least 6 months of experience in a similar role
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships.
• Availability - Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Physical Requirements - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships.
• Certifications - Valid TIPS Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Mindset - A genuine love for hospitality and leadership - this isn’t just a job; it’s a passion.

Why Tap Room?

We're proud to attract hospitality-driven talent, from those building long-term careers in the industry to those who simply love the work and want to earn extra income doing what they enjoy.

• Career Growth & Development - We promote from within and provide real opportunities for advancement.
• 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.

Upstream Restaurant Group Inc an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Disclaimer:

This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, employee development, and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required. “We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”