Maitre D Jobs in Panama City, 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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Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago

Description Turn on your Island Charm... Latitude Margaritaville WaterSound is currently looking for a Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team! Purpose: The Latitude Bar & Chill Operations...

Shift Lead

  • Callaway, FL (10 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Callaway, FL (10 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 11 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...

Shift Leader

  • Panama City, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Panama City, 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,...

Restaurant Manager $60-65k at The Pearl

  • Inlet Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Inlet Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: The Restaurant Managers primary duties are to supervise, train, and ensure that associates are providing St. Joe service Standards to the guest on a consistent basis.Ensure that...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • Panama City Beach, FL (18 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL (18 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

PLEASE INCLUDE RESUME* Join our team! We're looking for a driven leader with a strong work ethic to inspire our crew and keep customers smiling. Pay: $18-$20/hr, including tips. Job Title: Shift...

Shift Lead

  • Lynn Haven, FL (5 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lynn Haven, FL (5 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 45+ 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Panama City, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Panama City, FL
  • 45+ 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...

Dunkin Donuts Shift Leader

  • Panama City, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Panama City, FL
  • 60+ days ago

Dunkin Donuts is looking for hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated Shift Leaders to join our team! Do you have a love for coffee and donuts? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment?...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 60+ days ago

*PLEASE INCLUDE RESUME* Join our team! We’re looking for a driven leader with a strong work ethic to inspire our crew and keep customers smiling. Pay: $18–$20/hr, including tips. Job Title: Shift...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Lynn Haven, FL (5 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lynn Haven, FL (5 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Dunkin Donuts is looking for hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Managers to join our team! Do you have a love for coffee and donuts? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced...

Shift Leader

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Flynn Hut joined the Pizza Hut system in 2021. In 2023, we expanded internationally acquiring Pizza Hut's master franchisee in Australia with 260+ units. Today we are the largest Pizza Hut...

Restaurant Manager - Unit 1272

  • Callaway, FL (10 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Callaway, FL (10 miles from Panama City, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Manages front-of-house restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, customer service, and presentation of the dining room and bar areas....

RC Hospitality Solutions - Restaurant Manager

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 90+ days ago

Why should you join our team? Are you motivated and passionate about the hospitality industry? Do you have a sense of fun? Are you enthusiastic about serving others? RC Hospitality Solutions is...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Panama City, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Panama City, 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 Panama City, 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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