Maitre D Jobs in Hanover, MD

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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Dining Room Manager

  • Towson, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Towson, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

Other Duties: Assists in development, implementation, and maintenance of written dining room service objectives and standards of practice with procedures for implementation....

Front of the House Restaurant Supervisor - Baltimore

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 19 hours ago

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Supervise and coordinate the activities of restaurant front of house staff to ensure efficient and effective operations....

Changeover Crew Shift Leader Full-Time CFG Bank Arena

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Shift Leader

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 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...

Shift Leader

  • Ellicott City, MD (7 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellicott City, MD (7 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Nottingham, MD (19 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nottingham, MD (19 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Pay up to $56,000 per year depending on experience and geographic location / local market demand Early Close / No Late Nights Flexible Schedules Great Work / Life Balance Career Growth Excellent...

Shift Lead

  • Reisterstown, MD (22 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reisterstown, MD (22 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems startups, required cash handling, and ensuring the floor and stock room are ready for the business...

Rusty Scupper -Dining Room Supervisor- Full Time

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 3 days ago

feedback to staff Dining room managers may also be responsible for: Planning dining room set-up, Inspecting staff uniforms, Attending staff meetingsREQUIREMENTS - A minimum of 2 years experience with front-of-house...

Restaurant Manager

  • Bowie, MD (12 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (12 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 3 days 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,...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- Arundel Mills

  • Hanover, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 4 days ago

Pay Range: $16.75-$17.75/hour About Cherry Hill Programs Cherry Hill Programs brings the magic to every experience by capturing moments that last a lifetime. In partnership with retail locations,...

Shift Leader

  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : 032665 - BLT Columbia - Columbia, MD Position Type : Shift Leader Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Note: This description only documents the time that is allocated...

Associate Restaurant Manager

  • Pasadena, MD (11 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pasadena, MD (11 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : 032666 - BLT Pasadena - Pasadena, MD Position Type : Associate Restaurant Manager Salary Range : $17.00 - $21.00 Description Reports to: Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - 4692

  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Domino's Pizza has been the world's leader in pizza delivery since 1960, and Frank Meeks made sure that the Washington DC Metropolitan area would get a taste of the Domino's...

Shift Leader - 6070

  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Domino's Pizza has been the world's leader in pizza delivery since 1960, and Frank Meeks made sure that the Washington DC Metropolitan area would get a taste of the Domino's...

Shift Leader - 4632

  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Domino's Pizza has been the world's leader in pizza delivery since 1960, and Frank Meeks made sure that the Washington DC Metropolitan area would get a taste of the Domino's...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Hanover, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Hanover, MD 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 Hanover, MD
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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