Maitre D Jobs in Arkansas

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 Manager - Unit 1330

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 3 hours ago

Manages front-of-house restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, customer service, and presentation of the dining room and bar areas....

Shift Lead

  • Alma, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Alma, AR
  • 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...

Senior Shift Leader

  • Malvern, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Malvern, AR
  • 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...

Shift Leader

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 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...

Froster and Shift Lead

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 5 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Free uniforms At Nothing Bundt Cakes, the Froster puts the sugar on top and makes every moment extra sweet. You'll put the finishing touches on the cake for our...

Restaurant Manager

  • Morrilton, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Morrilton, AR
  • 7 days ago

Restaurant Manager Position #: 22092464 Salary: $36,155 Grade: GS06 Requisition: 47871 Location: Petit Jean State Park, Morrilton, AR Closing date: 3/21/2025 This position manages a medium-sized...

Shift Leader - Opener/Daytime

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 9 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 - Late Night/ Closer

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 9 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...

Kfc Assistant Restaurant Manager - Hourly

  • Mena, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Mena, AR
  • 10 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...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 days ago

At KFC, we feed the world. But we do more than fill people up. We fulfill their life. Our meals matter, and when we serve them with southern hospitality, we make our customer's day. So our jobs...

Ignite Steakhouse Dining Room Supervisor, Southland Casino

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 13 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Gaming is searching for a full-time Dining Room Supervisor to join our team at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas. As a Dining Room Supervisor, you will...

Shift Lead

  • Blytheville, AR
  • 13 days ago
  • Blytheville, AR
  • 13 days ago

Taco Bell GET ACCESS TO: Same Day Pay Never wait for a paycheck again! Work today, get paid today! With DailyPay, Pacific Bells employees have access to their pay on day 1 of work. Make any day...

Ignite Steakhouse Dining Room Supervisor

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 15 days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 15 days ago

Ignite Steakhouse Dining Room Supervisor Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,576 current hospitality jobs what where...

Retail Shift leader

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 19 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 19 days ago

Job Location Outlet Job Summary: Assists the store leadership with the day-to-day store operations and overall performance to meet or exceed budget while operating in compliance with company...

K Kitchen Restaurant Manager

  • Malvern, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Malvern, AR
  • 22 days ago

Gulf Coast BU - Region 09 - Market 02: 3508 Oliver Lancaster Blvd, Malvern, Arkansas 72104 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability The position includes, but is not limited to, the...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.5%
High School or GED
27.4%
Associate's Degree
15.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.0%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
4.3%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maitre Ds in Arkansas
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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