Maitre D Jobs in Richmond, VA

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 Supervisor, Richmond Airport

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is searching for a full-time or part-time Restaurant Supervisor to join our team at Richmond Airport in Richmond, Virginia. When guests are provided with...

Restaurant Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

Manages performance of all hourly employees, with an emphasis on Front of House employees, to ensure they are successful in their individual roles....

Shift Lead

  • Chester, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 3 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...

Kitchen Restaurant Manager

  • Ashland, VA (12 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ashland, VA (12 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 7 days ago

of House Restaurant Experience + Inventory Management (LBW Specific) + Willing and able to learn new tasks, systems and technologies **_TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:_** + N/A **_PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:_** +...

Shift Leader

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

The Shift Leader works in support of the leadership team to facilitate completion of all store-level tasks. The Shift Leader performs a variety of tasks related to different areas of the store,...

Shift Leader

  • Richmond, VA (6 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (6 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 10 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...

Shift Leader

  • Chester, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chester, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 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

  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago

Overview Richmond Hotel Ideally located in the heart of everything that makes Richmond a unique and special destination, the Omni Richmond Hotel is known for refined Southern hospitality in an...

Restaurant Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 days ago

of House Restaurant Experience Inventory Management (LBW Specific) Willing and able to learn new tasks, systems and technologies TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: N/A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Regular computer work...

Restaurant Manager

  • Ashland, VA (12 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Ashland, VA (12 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 19 days ago

of House Restaurant Experience Inventory Management (LBW Specific) Willing and able to learn new tasks, systems and technologies TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: N/A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Regular computer work...

Maitre D

  • Richmond, VA (6 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (6 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 22 days ago

Job Details Job Title Maitre D Posted: 5/22/2025 Salary: $16.00 - $20.00 / hour Location VA, Richmond 11800 West Broad St. #2204 Richmond, VA 23233 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING - Maitre D Full & Part-Time...

Shift Leader

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ 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...

Restaurant Front of House / Service Manager

  • Chester, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chester, VA (17 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

In this Ocharley Restaurant Management (RM) role, you will manage restaurant front of house / service teams along with assistant manager roles and duties working as a member of the restaurant management...

Shift Lead

  • Colonial Heights, VA (21 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA (21 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 45+ 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 Shift Leader

  • Mechanicsville, VA (15 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (15 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

MOD Restaurants make pizza to serve people, to contribute to a world that works for and includes everyone. We believe companies can and should be a force for good in the lives of the people they...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Richmond, VA

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA
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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