Maitre D Jobs in Olathe, KS

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 Lead (Belton)

  • Domino's Pizza
  • Belton, MO (16 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Belton, MO (16 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 6 hours ago

Company Description Job Description ABOUT THE JOB You were born to be the boss. We know. You get up in the morning and you make sure everyone else in the house is doing what they need to do. Then...

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Shift Lead

  • Walgreens
  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 18 hours 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...

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Service Manager - Kansas City

  • Big Grove Brewery
  • Prairie Village, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Prairie Village, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Work Environment Physical Setting: Work is primarily performed in a taproom/restaurant setting, with frequent movement between front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) areas....

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Closing Shift Leader

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Key responsibilities include: Providing exceptional guest service and ensuring that guests have a positive dining experience Supervising team members and providing guidance and support as needed....

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Shift Leader

  • Coffee & Bagel Brands
  • Roeland Park, KS (14 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Roeland Park, KS (14 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 8 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...

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Shift Lead

  • Taco Bell
  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (23 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 22 days ago

A successful candidate will have a positive attitude and communicate easily with people at all levels, willing to help and guide others and be guest service focused....

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Host or Hostess

  • Marriott International, Inc
  • Shawnee Mission, KS (13 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Shawnee Mission, KS (13 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 days ago

Additional Information Evening Shift Job Number 26056921 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, 2345 McGee St, Kansas City, Missouri, United...

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Host or Hostess

  • Sheraton
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 23 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Greet guests and determine the number in their party. Seat guests by finding a clean, available table; pulling out chairs; placing clean/current menu in front of guest, etc. Guide...

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Shift Leader, Dunkin NE, MO, KS, IA,

  • Dunkin'
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Our Shift Leaders are the foundation of what keeps the store and America running. We are looking to add to our team of positive, energetic Leaders who are passionate about Dunkin' and Lead their...

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Deli Shift Leader I

  • Pilot Flying
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Along with providing excellent guest service, they are to assist the Deli Manager by ensuring that food in the hot deli is fresh and the area is kept clean and well stocked....

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1695 Shift Lead

  • Domino's Pizza
  • Raytown, MO (20 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raytown, MO (20 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

Company Description Job Description Assistant Manager - You must be 18 years of age or older. General job duties for all store team members include: Operate all equipment. Stock ingredients from...

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Lead Server/Trainer $19-20/hr 11:30a-7:30p (Full Time)

  • Arrow Senior Living
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

We are looking for someone (like you):Keep Front of House Front of Mind: As the Dining Room Manager, you re responsible for ensuring the dining room looks (and stays) prefect and the service resident...

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Shift Leader

  • McDonald's
  • Shawnee, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Shawnee, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

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Shift Leader

  • Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc.
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 60+ 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 we've been baking bagels fresh daily since 1995. We believe...

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Fat Shack Shift Leader

  • Firehouse Subs
  • Shawnee Mission, KS (13 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shawnee Mission, KS (13 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 90+ days ago

Providing leadership to the restaurant team to consistently meet standards of superior guest service, quality and cleanliness while embracing the Fat Shack "culture" and mission and vision statements...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Olathe, KS

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Olathe, KS 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 Olathe, KS
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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