Maitre D Jobs in Hawaii

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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Shift Leader

  • Ewa Beach, HI
  • 22 days ago
  • Ewa Beach, HI
  • 22 days ago

Shift Leader The Shift Leader supervises shifts and/or work areas in the operation of a Papa John's restaurant to ensure high quality products and customer service are delivered to ensure...

Shift Lead (Kunia)

  • Waipahu, HI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Waipahu, HI
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description ABOUT THE JOB You got game? You got spring in your step? You want the best job in the world! And schedules that work with you, not against you? That's right, we live to beat...

Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 23 hours ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 23 hours ago

Manages Food & Beverage Supervisory/Management and teammates....

Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day 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...

Aloha, Waikiki Brewing Company, South Side, is looking for a Host or Hostess. $15 per hour plus $10 to $20 per hour in Tips. Make $25.00 per hour!!! Flexible shifts. Full and Part-time available....

Specialty Restaurant Manager, Nui Italian - Hilton Waikoloa Village

  • Waikoloa, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Waikoloa, HI
  • 1 day ago

& Beverage management experience in a full-service, stand-alone or hotel restaurant Demonstrated leadership ability with a track record of successfully coaching and developing teams Intermediate wine...

Restaurant Manager

  • Aiea, HI
  • 5 days ago
  • Aiea, HI
  • 5 days ago

At California Pizza Kitchen, we bring the biggest and best parts of ourselves to work and to our communities, and are guided by our ROCKS philosophy (Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness...

Guest Service Manager OEM

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 7 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 7 days ago

Compensation Type Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant...

Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 8 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 8 days ago

$67000 per year - $70000 per year Are you ready for the best job youve ever had? Ruths Chris defined The American Steak House in 1965 and continues to set the standard for premier dining and...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 10 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 10 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Areas of responsibility include Restaurants/Bars and Room Service, if applicable....

Ka'anapali - Front of House Restaurant Manager

  • Kihei, HI
  • 12 days ago
  • Kihei, HI
  • 12 days ago

. - Front of House Restaurant Manager Location: Maui Brewing Co....

Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 14 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 14 days ago

$67000 per year - $70000 per year Are you ready for the best job you've ever had? Ruth's Chris defined The American Steak House in 1965 and continues to set the standard for premier dining and...

Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 15 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 15 days ago

$60000 per year - $78000 per year Our Yardies need a ringleader. We've got a specific vibe over here at Yard House (great food, classic rock, good beer-and loads of it) thanks in no small part to...

Restaurant Manager - Tommy Bahama Mauna Lani

  • Waimea, HI
  • 19 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 19 days ago

We look for those who are passionate about growth as we offer a variety of rewarding positions from culinary, front of house and management teams....

Restaurant Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 20 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 20 days ago

We look for those who are passionate about growth as we offer a variety of rewarding positions from culinary, front of house and management teams....

Demographic Data for Hawaii

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Hawaii

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Hawaii offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.5%
High School or GED
27.4%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
4.3%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maitre Ds in Hawaii
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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