Maitre D Jobs in Fair Oaks, CA

A Maitre D' is a key figure in the hospitality service industry, responsible for managing the dining room in a hotel or restaurant. Their main duties involve supervising the waiting staff, welcoming and escorting guests to their tables, taking reservations and optimizing seating arrangements to ensure customer satisfaction. They also handle customer inquiries and complaints, oversee food service, and coordinate with the kitchen staff. They are responsible for ensuring a high level of service, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere and maintaining the reputation of the establishment.

Important skills a Maitre D' should have include excellent customer service skills, strong leadership, organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and a thorough knowledge of food and wine. They need good interpersonal skills to foster a positive relationship with both staff and customers. They should be able to work under pressure and have a professional appearance. While there are no specific certifications required to become a Maitre D', a degree in hospitality management can be beneficial. Prior experience in the hospitality industry is crucial. A person may begin their career as a waiter or waitress, progress to a head waiter or head waitress, and then to a restaurant supervisor before becoming a Maitre D'.

1-15 of 21 Jobs

Shift Lead

  • Walgreens
  • Granite Bay, CA (8 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Granite Bay, CA (8 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash handling, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business...

In Person

Shift Leader

  • Lacoste
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Exemplify guest service on each shift of the day and communicates SIZZLE service standards to the employees Manage the successful onboarding and training for all new employees Follow COGS management...

In Person

Shift Leader

  • Dunkin'
  • North Highlands, CA (6 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • North Highlands, CA (6 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 7 days ago

service....

In Person

CA - Shift Lead

  • Taco Bell
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (3 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (3 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 7 days ago

SHIFT LEAD CA $21.25 - $22.25/HOUR You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer....

In Person

Shift Lead

  • Taco Bell
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (9 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (9 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 7 days ago

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Taco Bell, not Taco Bell Corp. or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business...

In Person

Shift Lead CA

  • Taco Bell
  • Fair Oaks, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Fair Oaks, CA
  • 9 days ago

The shift leader directly performs hands on operational work on an ongoing basis to assist in training employees, responding to guest service needs, and otherwise role model appropriate skills and behaviors...

In Person

Shift Lead Full-time and Part-time

  • Taco Bell
  • Sacramento, CA (13 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (13 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Wage Scale $21.50-$22.50/hr. depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Compensation offered is also subject to local wage and hour laws. Are you looking for a fun place to work? If...

In Person Full Time

Shift Lead - 1863

  • Five Guys
  • Sacramento, CA (13 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (13 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position is starting at $20.50 -$22.00/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Shift Leaders at Five Guys provide their leadership and expertise in helping our restaurant teams WOW our customers...

In Person

Shift Lead - 1961

  • Five Guys
  • Fair Oaks, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fair Oaks, CA
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $20.50-$22.00/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Shift Leaders at Five Guys provide their leadership and expertise in helping our restaurant teams WOW our customers each day....

In Person

Shift Lead - 1177

  • Five Guys
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $20.25-$21.25/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Shift Leaders at Five Guys provide their leadership and expertise in helping our restaurant teams WOW our customers each day....

In Person

Shift Lead - 1369

  • Five Guys
  • Roseville, CA (6 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (6 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position is $20.25 - $21.25/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Shift Leaders at Five Guys provide their leadership and expertise in helping our restaurant teams WOW our customers each day. They...

In Person

Shift Lead - 1559

  • Five Guys
  • West Sacramento, CA (16 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (16 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $20.50 - $22.00/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Shift Leaders at Five Guys provide their leadership and expertise in helping our restaurant teams WOW our customers each...

In Person

Shift Lead - 1908

  • Five Guys
  • Sacramento, CA (13 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (13 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 13 days ago

The pay for this position starts at $20.50-$22.00/hour +Tips +Bonus \n Shift Leaders at Five Guys provide their leadership and expertise in helping our restaurant teams WOW our customers each day....

In Person

Shift Leader $21.50 per hour

  • McDonalds
  • Folsom, CA (5 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (5 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 14 days ago

By applying to this position, I understand that I am applying to work at a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonalds USA. I understand that this franchisee...

In Person

Senior Shift Leader $22.00 per hour

  • McDonalds
  • Folsom, CA (5 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Folsom, CA (5 miles from Fair Oaks, CA)
  • 14 days ago

By applying to this position, I understand that I am applying to work at a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonalds USA. I understand that this franchisee...

In Person

Demographic Data for Fair Oaks, CA

Moving to Fair Oaks, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Fair Oaks, CA below.


Local
National
42,824
950
Medium

Maitre D Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
D-Lab: Energy
D-Lab: Energy offers a hands-on, project-based approach that engages students in understanding and addressing the applications of small-scale, sustainable energy technology in developing countries...
D-Lab: Waste
This introductory course will provide you with a multidisciplinary approach to managing waste in low- and middle-income countries, with strategies that diminish greenhouse gas emissions and...
D-Lab II: Design
D-Lab: Design addresses problems faced by undeserved communities with a focus on design, experimentation, and prototyping processes. Particular attention is placed on constraints faced when...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Fair Oaks, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maitre D positions.



Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Fair Oaks, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.7%
High School or GED
24.5%
Associate's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.9%
Master's Degree
6.9%
Some College
4.4%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maitre Ds in Fair Oaks, CA
None
40.9%
2-4 years
25.9%
Less than 1 year
23.4%
1-2 years
6.2%
4-6 years
3.7%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Maitre D Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »