Maitre D Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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'.

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Host or Hostess

  • Lake Worth, FL (18 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lake Worth, FL (18 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 3 hours ago

Host or Hostess Starting at $13 per hour As a Host or Hostess, you will be responsible for greeting guests and seating them promptly, cheerfully and courteously. Duties of this position include,...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • North Lauderdale, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • North Lauderdale, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

Join the Fulenwider KFC/Taco Bell family and find a great career, because this is a place where great people work together in a great company. At Fulenwider KFC/Taco Bell, we realize the...

Retail Shift Lead (PT) - Boca Town Center

  • Boca Raton, FL (1 mile from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (1 mile from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Job Purpose The Shift Lead is an ambassador for our mission to empower guests’ wellness journeys. They provid e a best-in-class guest experience through sharing superior knowledge of our products...

Restaurant Manager, Hotel Bar - The Diplomat Beach Resort, Curio by Hilton

  • Hollywood, FL (23 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hollywood, FL (23 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago

As a Restaurant Manager, you would be responsible for directing and organizing the activities and services of a hotel food and beverage outlet (restaurant, lounge, room service, coffee shop, etc.) in...

Shift Lead

  • Plantation, FL (15 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Plantation, FL (15 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days 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...

Now Hiring Restaurant Manager

  • Pembroke Park, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pembroke Park, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Gregs Cookout is a busy, casual restaurant in Hallandale seeking a reliable, experienced Restaurant Manager to lead our team and keep operations running smoothly. If youre passionate about food,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Coral Springs, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Coral Springs, FL (12 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview If operating a restaurant is your dream career, you can make it happen at Red Lobster. As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on...

Restaurant Manager

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (16 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Responsible for bar/lounge daily shift operations and supervision of staff. Position assists with promoting the lounge, menu planning, maintains standards, assists servers on the floor during peak...

Shift Lead, Licensed Cosmetologists

  • Boynton Beach, FL (11 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boynton Beach, FL (11 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Support all aspects of the business as needed, including but not limited to: front of house and back of house operations, adhering to all company standard operating procedures, and assisting guests...

Dining Room Supervisor

  • Parkland, FL (9 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Parkland, FL (9 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Two (2) years experience in fine dining. Dining Room Supervisory experience preferred. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends....

Lead Server

  • Boynton Beach, FL (11 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boynton Beach, FL (11 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 13 days ago

One (1) year previous experience in fine dining preferred. Benefits: In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package....

Shift Leader

  • Lake Worth, FL (18 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lake Worth, FL (18 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Our Panda Shift Leader associates are important leaders of our team and are responsible for bringing Pandas mission alive in our restaurants by supporting management in creating food with passion,...

Shift Leader

  • Plantation, FL (15 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Plantation, FL (15 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Brand: Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Einstein Bros. Bagels, we believe in the bagel, and weve been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

Restaurant Manager

  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL (24 miles from Boca Raton, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Overview Do you challenge yourself to always do things right and do them better? Then you will thrive at BJ’s Restaurants! We are committed to our CRAFT: C onnection, R espect, A dvancement, F un,...

Dining Room Manager

  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 18 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 18 days ago

Two years of food service supervisory experience in a restaurant setting and knowledge of plate presentation and front of house service preferred....

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Boca Raton, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
High School or GED
26.8%
Associate's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.2%
Master's Degree
6.9%
Some College
4.4%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

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


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