Maitre D Jobs in Canton, MI

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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Floor Manager

  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 1 hour ago

Monitor front-of-house supply inventory and place orders as necessary. Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency....

Salon Guest Services Shift Leader

  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 8 hours ago

Company DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Guest Services Shift Leader - Elevate Your Career at Douglas J!Are you passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences? If so, we have an exciting...

Shift Leader

  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Southfield, MI (15 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 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...

Part Time Shift Lead

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Restaurant Manager

  • Northville, MI (5 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Northville, MI (5 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of the restaurant. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Oversees food preparation, ensuring compliance...

Shift Lead

  • West Bloomfield, MI (15 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Bloomfield, MI (15 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 6 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 Leader

  • Livonia, MI (6 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Livonia, MI (6 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary LOOKING FOR DAY-EVENING AND LATE NIGHT Shift Assistant Manager - Immediate Opening Locations: Garden City, Wixom, and Livonia A national pizza franchise is seeking a dedicated and...

Shift Lead

  • New Hudson, MI (13 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • New Hudson, MI (13 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 15 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...

Doyle's Irish Pub Lead Server/Bartender

  • Plymouth, MI (3 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (3 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 15 days ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Lead Server/Bartender to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to...

Restaurant Supervisor, Detroit Airport

  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 21 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Restaurant Supervisor to join our team at Detroit Airport in Detroit, Michigan. As a Restaurant Supervisor, you will be responsible for...

Restaurant Supervisor

  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 24 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Restaurant Supervisor to join our team at Detroit Airport in Detroit, Michigan. As a Restaurant Supervisor, you will be responsible for...

Assistant Guest Service Manager

  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 28 days ago

Collegiate Hotel Group, is seeking an Assistant Guest Service Manager to join Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Acts...

Shift leader

  • Bloomfield Township, MI (18 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Bloomfield Township, MI (18 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 29 days ago

Shift leader Shift leader locations US - Bloomfield Township, MI (4089 W Maple Rd) posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R168989 Brand: Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner...

Shift Leader

  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI (19 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Brand: Bruegger's Bagels Breakfast with us, and dinner with your loved ones! At Bruegger's, we've been kettle cooking our bagels and serving tradition you can taste for over 35 Years! We guarantee...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Ypsilanti, MI (11 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ypsilanti, MI (11 miles from Canton, MI)
  • 45+ days 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...

Demographic Data for Canton, MI

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Canton, MI

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Canton, MI 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 Canton, MI
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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