Maitre D Jobs in Howell, NJ

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

  • Point Pleasant Boro, NJ (8 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Point Pleasant Boro, NJ (8 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 21 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...

Shift Leader

  • Freehold, NJ (7 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (7 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are not in the wing business. We're in the flavor business. It's been our mission to serve the world flavor since we first opened shop in '94, and we're just getting started. Wingstop is the...

Shift Leader

  • Eatontown, NJ (11 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ (11 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

We are not in the wing business. We're in the flavor business. It's been our mission to serve the world flavor since we first opened shop in '94, and we're just getting started. Wingstop is the...

Shift Leader

  • Asbury Park, NJ (9 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Asbury Park, NJ (9 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Live MAS!... & Grow your Career at TACO BELL! "TOP FRANCHISE" 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur "100 Most Influential Companies" - Time Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

Taco Bell Shift Leader

  • East Brunswick, NJ (23 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (23 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

At Taco Bell, We work together...and make a difference everyday Our teams invest in our communities in many ways to help build positive relationships with the people living all around us. Because...

Applebees Restaurant Manager Toms River NJ

  • Toms River, NJ (11 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (11 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position & Perks Bring your unique talents and drive to the table. Together we can achieve an exciting rewarding future for you and our team. We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience...

Applebee's Restaurant Manager Middletown NJ

  • Middletown, NJ (17 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Middletown, NJ (17 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Position & Perks Bring your unique talents and drive to the table. Together we can achieve an exciting rewarding future for you and our team. We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience...

Applebee's Restaurant Manager Tom's River NJ

  • Toms River, NJ (11 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (11 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Position & Perks Bring your unique talents and drive to the table. Together we can achieve an exciting rewarding future for you and our team. We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience...

Applebee's Restaurant Manager Lacey NJ

  • Forked River, NJ (20 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Forked River, NJ (20 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Position & Perks Bring your unique talents and drive to the table. Together we can achieve an exciting rewarding future for you and our team. We are hiring Restaurant Managers of all experience...

Shift Lead

  • Manalapan, NJ (12 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ (12 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems startups, required cash handling, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business...

Restaurant Manager

  • South River, NJ (22 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • South River, NJ (22 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

This Dunkin' Donuts restaurant is independently owned and operated under a franchise granted by DD Franchising LLC. You are applying for work with a franchisee of Dunkin' Donuts, not Dunkin'...

Shift Leader

  • South River, NJ (22 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • South River, NJ (22 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

This Dunkin' Donuts restaurant is independently owned and operated under a franchise granted by DD Franchising LLC. You are applying for work with a franchisee of Dunkin' Donuts, not Dunkin'...

Dining Room Manager

  • Hightstown, NJ (18 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Hightstown, NJ (18 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary: The Front of House Manager, reporting directly to the General Manager, holds duties related to assisting with day to day operations in Company Clubs and Theater venue....

Shift Leader

  • Manalapan, NJ (12 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Manalapan, NJ (12 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Shift Leader page is loaded Shift Leader locations Manalapan time type Full time posted on Posted Today time left to apply End Date: March 31, 2025 (2 days left to apply) job requisition id...

Shift Leader

  • Wrightstown, NJ (22 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wrightstown, NJ (22 miles from Howell, NJ)
  • 45+ 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...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Howell, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Howell, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
High School or GED
27.0%
Associate's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
Master's Degree
7.0%
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 Howell, NJ
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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