Maitre D Jobs in Penn Hills, PA

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 Shift Leader

  • Cabot, PA (23 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cabot, PA (23 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Req ID: 464252 Address: 1011 New Castle Road Slippery Rock, PA, 16057 Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance * Paid Time Off * Flexible Scheduling * 401(k)...

Restaurant Supervisor - Hiring Now

  • Gibsonia, PA (13 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gibsonia, PA (13 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago

The pay rate for this position is $20 - $23 / hour, depending on experience! Parkhurst Dining is a family-owned and operated company that provides culinary, dining and catering services to over 80...

Shift Lead - W View Park, Pittsburgh (PA0510)

  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Pittsburgh, PA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $16.50 Base+Commission/month Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Any Job Category : Customer Service Description...

Shift Lead - Wilkins (PA0502)

  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Pittsburgh, PA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $16.50 Base+Commission/month Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Any Job Category : Customer Service Description...

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Gibsonia, PA (13 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gibsonia, PA (13 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago

The pay rate for this position is $20 - $23/hour, depending on experience! Parkhurst Dining is a family-owned and operated company that provides culinary, dining and catering services to over 80...

Shift Lead - Coraopolis, PA (PA0504)

  • Coraopolis, PA (19 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (19 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Coraopolis, PA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $16.50 Base+Commission/month Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Any Job Category : Customer Service Description...

Shift Lead- Wexford (PA0513)

  • Wexford, PA (17 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wexford, PA (17 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Wexford, PA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $16.50 Base+Commission/month Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Any Job Category : Customer Service Description Do...

Shift Lead

  • Greensburg, PA (18 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA (18 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 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...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Wexford, PA (17 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wexford, PA (17 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Assistant Restaurant Manager Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity as an Assistant Restaurant Manager at Charter Foods? Do you thrive in a dynamic...

Restaurant Manager

  • McKnight, PA (12 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • McKnight, PA (12 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Do you challenge yourself to always do things right and do them better? Then you will thrive at BJ's Restaurants! We are committed to our CRAFT: C onnection, R espect, A dvancement, F un,...

Shift Leader

  • Monroeville, PA (4 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Monroeville, PA (4 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 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,...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Manage the day to day operations of the restaurant and room service for breakfast, lunch and dinner periods as directed by the Outlets Manager....

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (7 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Assist the Outlet Manager in the planning and management of the Restaurant, Room Service and other food and beverage outlets as appropriate in order to achieve customer satisfaction, quality...

Shift Leader

  • Greensburg, PA (18 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA (18 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 17 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...

Restaurant Manager (McCandless)

  • McKnight, PA (12 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • McKnight, PA (12 miles from Penn Hills, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Texas Roadhouse is looking for a Restaurant Manager to oversee both Front of House and Back of House operations and be responsible for making sure that Legendary Food and Legendary Service are adhered...

Demographic Data for Penn Hills, PA

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Penn Hills, PA

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Penn Hills, PA 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 Penn Hills, PA
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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