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

  • Bristol, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, VA
  • 1 day 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...

Dining Room Supervisor

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

Ready to become part of an organized team and company? Looking for a job where you can lead others to achieve team goals that also positively impact the lives of others? If so, the Dining Services...

Restaurant Manager - Big Buns Shirlington

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

You'll oversee the daily operations of the restaurant, lead a motivated team, and collaborate closely with both front-of-house and culinary teams to maintain our high standards of excellence....

Shift Leader

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 2 days ago

Flynn Hut joined the Pizza Hut system in 2021. In 2023, we expanded internationally acquiring Pizza Hut's master franchisee in Australia with 260+ units. Today we are the largest Pizza Hut...

Fast Food Shift Lead

  • Warsaw, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Warsaw, VA
  • 3 days ago

HUNGRY FOR A CAREER & GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES? We are currently looking for Shift Leaders! We offer amazing advancement potential and the chance to make a difference! Boddie-Noell is a family of...

Shift Leader

  • Earlysville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Earlysville, VA
  • 3 days ago

You will balance hands-on involvement with guiding and supporting the team, taking responsibility for both Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) activities....

Dining Room Manager

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago

About UsOverview Help us take hospitality to the next level! We are seeking a dynamic team player who is eager to bring innovation and excellence to our dining services, someone who takes pride in...

Dining Room Supervisor

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 5 days ago

Strong understanding of fine dining service standards, planning, and operations....

Red House Tavern Restaurant Supervisor- $20-$22 per hour

  • Haymarket, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Haymarket, VA
  • 7 days ago

Youll lead the front-of-house team in delivering seamless service across bustling brunches, lively happy hours, and intimate dinners....

Shift Leader

  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 7 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,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Hampton, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 8 days ago

Overview If operating a restaurant is your dream career, you can make it happen at Red Lobster. As a Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for leading restaurant operations with a focus on...

Shift Leader

  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 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...

Lead Server - Full Time

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 9 days ago

Place food orders and deliver food and drink to residents in proper "fine dining" fashion. Clearing courses and perform cleaning of assigned dining areas....

Shift Lead

  • Smithfield, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Smithfield, VA
  • 10 days ago

The shift lead role provides a training ground for restaurant management. Support the AGM & GM by running great shifts in a self-sufficient manner. Take ownership and responsibility to solve...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.5%
High School or GED
25.9%
Associate's Degree
15.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.3%
Master's Degree
6.9%
Some College
4.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

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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