Maitre D Jobs in Virginia

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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Great American Restaurants

Restaurant Manager

The ideal Front of House/Restaurant Manager has a passion for food and beverage and a genuine ability to connect with guests and staff....

Shift Lead

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 6 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 Lead - Urgently Hiring

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 hours ago

As a Taco Bell Restaurant Shift Lead, you support the Taco Bell Restaurant General Manager (RGM) by running great work shifts and meeting Taco Bell standards. You take ownership and responsibility...

Shift Lead - Urgently Hiring

  • Quinton, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Quinton, VA
  • 2 days ago

As a Taco Bell Restaurant Shift Lead, you support the Taco Bell Restaurant General Manager (RGM) by running great work shifts and meeting Taco Bell standards. You take ownership and responsibility...

Shift Leader

  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 2 days ago

REPORTS TO: General Manager POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT: This position is fully accountable for the profitable operation of a specific shift designated by the General Manager while adhering to all...

Restaurant Manager - Milk & Honey Hampton

  • Hampton, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Are you ready to take the helm and lead a thriving culinary destination? Milk and Honey, a New Orleans themed Southern Brunch paradise, is seeking an exceptional Restaurant Manager to...

Restaurant Manager - Wiseguy Pizza Atlantic Park

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 3 days ago

Overview At Wiseguy Pizza, we believe in the art of crafting good pizzas with a vision and dedication to excellence. As a Restaurant Manager, you'll be at the heart of our operation, leading a...

Shift Lead

  • Culpeper, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Culpeper, VA
  • 4 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...

Shift Leader

  • Burke, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Burke, VA
  • 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 -...

Store Shift Lead

  • Rich Creek, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Rich Creek, VA
  • 4 days ago

NOW HIRING- ALL SHIFTS Flexible schedules Mornings, Afternoon and Evening PAID WEEKLY Starting at $13.50 per hour CrossAmerica Partners is a leading wholesale distributor of motor fuels, operator...

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 5 days ago

Supervise the Food and Beverage operations team, including restaurant, room service and lounge including greeting and escorting guests to tables, supervising all staff, and maintaining a courteous and...

Service Manager - Virginia State University

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

This position involves overseeing front-of-house operations, staff supervision, customer satisfaction, and adherence to service standards....

Kfc Assistant Restaurant Manager - Hourly

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago

Join the Tasty Chick'n KFC family and find a great career, because this is a place where great people work together in a great company. At Tasty Chick'n we realize the importance of every employee...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 6 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...

Restaurant Supervisor Hilton Garden Inn Dulles

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 6 days ago

What You'll Do: The restaurant business is a complex operation. It's so complex that we need multiple teams of associates specialized in different areas. Someone needs to coordinate and supervise...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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