Shift Manager

Tap Room; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A hospitality company is seeking a Shift Manager to lead daily operations at Tap Room. Responsibilities include overseeing service quality, training team members, and ensuring smooth operations during shifts. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a restaurant, strong communication skills, and a commitment to guest satisfaction. The role offers opportunities for advancement and a chance to be part of a dynamic team focused on redefining hospitality.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a restaurant setting.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and ensure high-quality service.
• Lead team members during busy shifts to deliver guest experience.
• Monitor service flow and uphold food safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to multitask and stay cool under pressure

Guest-first mindset

Education

1–2 years of restaurant experience in a supervisory or leadership role

Valid TIPS Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule

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.

Who You Are

You’re a natural leader who knows how to keep the energy high and the vibes right. You know when to jump in, when to delegate, and how to keep both guests and team members happy. You thrive in fast‑paced environments and take pride in setting the tone for the shift.

What You’ll Do

As a Shift Manager, you’ll be responsible for supporting daily operations and ensuring smooth, efficient, and high‑quality service on every shift. You’ll work closely with both the FOH and BOH teams to deliver on the Tap Room guest experience and uphold our standards every step of the way.

What that looks like

• Lead and support team members during busy shifts to deliver a memorable guest experience
• Run daily pre‑shift line checks and uphold food safety and cleanliness standards
• Monitor service flow and verify that all food and drinks meet Tap Room quality standards before they hit the table
• Communicate with other managers to align on daily goals and game plans
• Provide hands‑on training to new team members and reinforce Tap Room standards
• Step in where needed—on the floor, expo, or behind the bar—to keep service running smooth

What We’ll Need from You

• 1–2 years of restaurant experience in a supervisory or leadership role (FOH experience as a lead server, bartender)
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to multitask and stay cool under pressure
• A guest‑first mindset and commitment to team success
• Willingness to work closely with the kitchen team to uphold consistency and service excellence
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Certifications – Valid TIPS Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Why Tap Room?

At Tap Room, we are not just a company, we are a movement. A movement to redefine hospitality, build exceptional experiences, and create real career growth for our people.

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.