Maitre D Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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

  • West Covina, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • West Covina, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 hour 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

  • South Gate, CA (4 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • South Gate, CA (4 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Akash Management, LLC is a restaurant leading company while doing business as Carls Jr. Our Commitment to Winning: We outperform everyone in everything that we do with the relentless hunger to...

Retail Shift Lead - Pasadena

  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

About Pet Food Express Pet Food Express is the best place to shop for pet supplies - and it's all because of the people who work here. Sure, we have better products and more convenient services....

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager - Hourly

  • North Hollywood, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant that is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. This means your application will be reviewed by the franchisee who will make any hiring...

Gyu-Kaku Pasadena NOW HIRING Entry-Level Restaurant Manager!

  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Join an Award Winning Company! Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ has been awarded the prestigious Hot Concept Award and Restaurant Business Magazine's Future 50 (Fastest Growing Chain).With over 700 locations...

Single Screen Movie Theatre - Concessionist / Shift Lead

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Are you passionate about movies and like working in customer service? The Art Theatre on Retro Row in Long Beach is looking to fill a part-time position for a Concessionist / Shift Lead....

Shift Lead

  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 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...

Front of House Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Each location offers a curated craft beer program unique to the surrounding community, a small but mighty wine list and a creative craft cocktail program....

Catering Lead Server - Crypto.Com Arena

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: [[extTitle]] Pay Range: $33.03 to $33.03 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number...

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, Sherman Oaks NOW HIRING Restaurant Manager!

  • Sherman Oaks, CA (17 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sherman Oaks, CA (17 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Join an Award Winning Company! Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ has been awarded the prestigious Hot Concept Award and Restaurant Business Magazine's Future 50 (Fastest Growing Chain).With over 700 locations...

Front of House Restaurant Manager

  • North Hills, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Hills, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

of House Restaurant Management experience in a full-service and high volume restaurant Valid Food Handlers / ServSafe Certification Proven organizational skills and the ability to implement systems...

Shift Leader - CA

  • Lomita, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lomita, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Position Mission: The mission of the Shift Leader is to ensure that all safety and quality standards are met while leading and coaching the team to deliver exceptional service. This role involves...

Retail Shift Lead (PT) (Wage + Tips)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

Retail Shift Lead (PT) (Wage + Tips) 17401 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 91316, USA Req #611 Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Pressed Juicery is growing and hiring. If you're enthusiastic about health &...

Retail Shift Lead (PT)- Del Amo

  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Retail Shift Lead (PT)- Del Amo 3525 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90503, USA Req #862 Monday, April 14, 2025 Pressed Juicery is growing and hiring. If you're enthusiastic about health & wellness and...

Retail Shift Lead (PT)- El Segundo

  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Retail Shift Lead (PT)- El Segundo 850 Pacific Coast Hwy, El Segundo, CA 90245, USA Req #852 Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Pressed Juicery is growing and hiring. If you're enthusiastic about health &...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Los Angeles, CA 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 Los Angeles, CA
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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