Maitre D Jobs in Louisiana

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 Harding Blvd

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Purpose: Shift Leads serve as the Team Leader. They not only help Guests meet their fitness and nutrition goals by assisting them to help select smoothies and retail products that inspire them...

Shift Leader

  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 1 day 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 - Unit 497

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago

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

Restaurant Manager - Kimpton La Peer Hotel

  • Central, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Central, LA
  • 7 days ago

Lead a well-rounded and knowledgeable front-of-house team....

Restaurant Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Are you ready for the best job ever? Ruths Chris defined The American Steak House in 1965 and...

Shift Lead

  • Walker, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Walker, LA
  • 8 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 Lead

  • Stonewall, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Stonewall, LA
  • 10 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 - Unit 506

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 10 days ago

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

Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field Operations Job Summary: To serve as a restaurant leader and ensure that Team Members on shift are provided with the proper...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 200502 - 195 Gause Blvd., Slidell, LA 70458

  • Slidell, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 11 days ago

Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field Operations Job Summary: To serve as a restaurant leader and ensure that Team Members on shift are provided with the proper...

Shift Leader

  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 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,...

Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field Operations Job Summary: To serve as a restaurant leader and ensure that Team Members on shift are provided with the proper...

Shift Lead

  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 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,...

Food Service - Restaurant Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 days ago

With specific focus to front of house operations. Work directly with Director of Food Service Operations and Chef on execution of food programs, quality and daily oversight....

Restaurant Supervisor (Ridotto) - Bossier City

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 15 days ago

External Job Title Restaurant Supervisor (Ridotto) - Bossier City Overview Why We Need Your Talents: At Live! we pride ourselves in our exceptional people. Our Team Members are the foundation of...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maitre D positions.



Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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