Maitre D Jobs in Worcester, MA

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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Shift Lead

  • Millbury, MA (5 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Millbury, MA (5 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 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...

Shift Lead

  • Southbridge, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Southbridge, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 7 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Restaurant Manager at sweetgreen 1 Worcester Rd, Unit 524, Framingham, MA 01701 Apply Now at sweetgreen 1 Worcester Rd, Unit 524, Framingham, MA 01701 Our Restaurant Managers (Assistant Coaches)...

Restaurant Manager

  • North Smithfield, RI (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Texas Roadhouse is looking for a Restaurant Manager to oversee both Front of House and Back of House operations and be responsible for making sure that Legendary Food and Legendary Service are adhered...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Shirley, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Shirley, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 17 days ago

APPLY NOW BY TEXTING "DONUTS" TO 56379 FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION Catalano Management Company, LLC - Dunkin' Dunkin Assistant Manager Compensation and Benefits: Competitive hourly pay Employee...

Shift Lead - Non-Driving

  • Woonsocket, RI (24 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (24 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 22 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

  • Wayland, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wayland, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 30+ 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...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Worcester, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Restaurant Manager Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for an immediate opportunity as an Assistant Restaurant Manager at Charter Foods? Do you thrive in a dynamic...

Shift Leader

  • Worcester, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Shift Leader The Shift Leader supervises shifts and/or work areas in the operation of a Papa John's restaurant to ensure high quality products and customer service are delivered to ensure...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- Auburn Mall

  • Auburn, MA (5 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Auburn, MA (5 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

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, tourist attractions, and...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- Solomon Pond Mall

  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

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, tourist attractions, and...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- Natick Mall

  • Natick, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Natick, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

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, tourist attractions, and...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- The Mall at Whitney Field

  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

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, tourist attractions, and...

Shift Leader

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Burger King - Shift Leader Job Description Our Burger King franchise is looking for motivated, enthusiastic and hard-working Leaders to join our Team. Are you all about great customer service,...

Restaurant Manager

  • Boylston, MA (7 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boylston, MA (7 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Demographic Data for Worcester, MA

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Worcester, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA
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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