Showroom Host - NYC, Part Time

Who We Are

Babylist is the leading platform for expecting and new families — and our showrooms in Beverly Hills and NYC are where that mission comes to life in person. Since opening in 2023, we've welcomed thousands of families to explore gear, build registries, and feel truly supported. The people who work in our showrooms are the face of that experience. If you love creating meaningful moments and want to be part of something that actually matters to the families you serve, this is the team.

Our Ways of Working

This is a fully on-site role at our New York City showroom. Please apply directly through this posting — to protect the guest experience, we ask that you don't call, email, or visit the showroom with hiring inquiries. Thanks for keeping things smooth!

What the Role Is

Babylist is the leading digital destination for growing families, and our New York showroom is where that magic comes to life in person. We're looking for motivated Showroom Hosts to help create a memorable and joyful experience for expecting parents and their loved ones. You'll play an essential role in helping guests build their registry, discover the best baby products, and feel genuinely cared for from start to finish. This role reports to the Showroom Manager and works closely with the rest of the NY Showroom team.

A few things to know upfront:

We're hiring for our New York location , opening this fall in SoHo

We're hosting a career fair on July 21st — strong applicants will be invited to attend

Target start date is August 10th

There is a mandatory training period from August 31st through September 24th with no time off during this window. We want to be fully transparent about this before you apply.

Who You Are

You have a minimum 2 years of experience in a retail or guest service role

You are highly motivated and exude an energetic, friendly, and upbeat attitude

You have a passion to deliver the very best in customer experience and do so by creating genuine and warm connections

You work well with others and believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration

You have excellent communication skills both internally with teammates and externally with guests

You thrive in a dynamic environment and can manage multiple tasks

You have strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

You are flexible with availability and open to working varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Weekend availability is required

You are able to lift and carry 25-30 lbs, and able to stand 8-10 hours

How You Will Make An Impact

Be a Babylist ambassador by delivering exceptional service and helping guests navigate the showroom experiences

Answer guest questions and help them select and register for products by listening to their needs and leveraging product knowledge

Participate in ongoing training and education to maintain knowledge of product features, benefits, and safety guidelines

Support the guest experience as needed with retail systems and tools, and knowledge on Babylist registries

Assist in showroom operations such as pop-ups, events, inventory receiving, visual merchandising and upkeep of showroom maintenance (eg. cleaning/janitorial duties)

Meet and exceed goals and performance metrics, like guest satisfaction and product knowledge proficiency

Collaborate with the Showroom team on ways to constantly improve the Babylist showroom experience

Support Babylist content and social media team (if applicable)

Why This Role

You'll be part of building something new — the NY showroom is just getting started, and you'll help shape what it becomes

Babylist has a real mission: helping families navigate one of the most exciting and overwhelming moments of their lives

This is a hands-on role with variety — no two shifts look the same

You'll be surrounded by a team that cares about doing the job well and actually likes working together

About Pay

We pay competitive market rates.

The starting rate for this position is $23.30 per hour

Why You Will Love Working At Babylist

Our Culture

We show up for guests and for each other — the team here genuinely cares

We build real relationships with families during one of life's biggest moments

We move fast, stay curious, and use tools (including AI) to make our work better

Our NYC location is beautiful, welcoming, and one-of-a-kind

Growth Development

We invest in the people who show up and want to grow

Opportunities to expand your retail and guest experience skills in a mission-driven environment

Performance-based advancement as Babylist's physical retail presence grows

Compensation Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

35% employee discount at the Babylist Shop

Accrued PTO + 3 paid holidays + 7 sick days annually

401(k) participation

Important Notices

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