Maitre D Jobs in Louisville, KY

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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Restaurant Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Are you a passionate and driven leader ready to take the next step in your hospitality career? Emmy Squared Pizza - NULU (Louisville, KY) is looking for an experienced Restaurant Manager to join...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • La Grange, KY (23 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • La Grange, KY (23 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 20 hours ago

When you join the KFC Brand, you join our Family! Our KFC Family takes pride in our high quality standards, southern-inspired hospitality and serving guests our world-famous chicken! We have a...

Shift Lead

  • Buechel, KY (7 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buechel, KY (7 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 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...

Shift Lead

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 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...

2nd Shift Lead Cleaner

  • Clermont, KY (23 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clermont, KY (23 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : 026008 - Clermont, KY Salary Range : $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly Job Shift : 2nd Description Currently Hiring: 2nd Shift Lead Cleaner in Clermont, KY Shift: Monday-Friday 7pm...

Shift Leader - Colonial Gardens

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Shift Leader: C ollaborative/ R espectful/ A ctive/ F air/ T olerant Find your craft. Then own it. Craft House Shift Leaders are just the beginning to restaurant management. As the staple between...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Do you love working with people? Are you looking for a fun environment where you can grow in your career? Marco's Pizza is the premier pizza franchise in the United States and is seeking...

Shift lead 3rd Shift

  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Albany, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Able to communicate, able to effectively run results at the late night. Flexable schedules (Weekends, late nights, weekends, holidays). Willing to travel, must have liable transportation to and...

Restaurant Manager - Garage Bar

  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Reports To: Food & Beverage Director Supervises: 20 to 40 Front of House Teammates General Purpose: The Restaurant Manager manages the restaurant's daily operations, including the selection...

SHIFT LEADER - Simpsonville

  • Simpsonville, KY (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Simpsonville, KY (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 12 days ago

NOW HIRING FOR FUTURE LOCATION - COMING SOON!! Culver's is looking for a Restaurant Manager If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! Our...

SHIFT LEADER - Hillview

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago

NOW HIRING FOR FUTURE LOCATION - COMING SOON!! Culver's is looking for a Restaurant Manager If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! Our...

Shift Lead GSR R13 - Store 261165

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago

Description A shift leader is expected to maintain overall safety, all GSR shift duties, all shift reconciliation procedures, category counts, cash and inventory control and vendor check-in...

Shift Leader

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 13 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 - Hillview

  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago

NOW HIRING FOR FUTURE LOCATION - COMING SOON!! Culvers is looking for a Restaurant Manager If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! Our...

SHIFT LEADER - Simpsonville

  • Simpsonville, KY (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Simpsonville, KY (21 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 14 days ago

NOW HIRING FOR FUTURE LOCATION - COMING SOON!! Culvers is looking for a Restaurant Manager If you have a passion for restaurant industry and desire to serve others, then this job is for you! Our...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Louisville, KY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY
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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