Maitre D Jobs in Brick, NJ

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

  • Barnegat, NJ (19 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Barnegat, NJ (19 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 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...

Restaurant Manager Scratch Kitchen, Full Service

  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Lead and motivate front-of-house staff, including servers, hosts, and bartenders, to provide excellent customer service....

Shift Leader

  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Live MAS!... & Grow your Career at TACO BELL! "TOP FRANCHISE" 3 Years Running - Entrepreneur "100 Most Influential Companies" - Time Join one of the hottest global brands - with a top Franchisee -...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Brick, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 14 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Oakhurst, NJ (15 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Oakhurst, NJ (15 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Text "HIREME" to 30437 to apply now! By texting HIREME to 30437 you will opt-in to receive hiring messages and account related messages from Outback Steakhouse. Text HELP for help or .... Msg&data...

Shift Leader

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (21 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (21 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Established in 2021, Flynn Wendys has swiftly become a key player within the Flynn Group, owning and operating over 190 Wendys restaurants across the District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania,...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- Ocean County Mall

  • Toms River, NJ (4 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (4 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 23 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- Freehold Raceway Mall

  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (16 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 23 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 Lead - Long Branch, NJ

  • Long Branch, NJ (18 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (18 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

Shift Lead - Long Branch, NJ Address Long Branch, NJ Compensation $17.00 - $20.00/hour Job Description What's in it for you? Hiring immediately! Flexible Schedule Growth Opportunities Paid...

Host Or Hostess

  • Point Pleasant Beach, NJ (3 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Point Pleasant Beach, NJ (3 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Greeting guests as they enter and putting them on a waiting list as necessary. Providing guests with menus and answering any initial questions. Seating guests at tables or in waiting areas....

Shift Leader

  • Brick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Royal Farms Shift Leader in Brick , New Jersey Description: The Shift Leader works in support of the leadership team to facilitate completion of all store-level tasks. The Shift Leader performs a...

Restaurant Manager

  • Toms River, NJ (4 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (4 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 45+ 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: Connection, Respect, Advancement, Fun, and...

Shift Leader

  • Toms River, NJ (4 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ (4 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Description As a Dunkin' franchisee, we are committed to our employees as much as we are committed to our customers. We value hardworking and enthusiastic employees and we make it a priority to...

Restaurant Manager - Chili's Eatontown, NJ

  • Eatontown, NJ (17 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ (17 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Role Overview Chili's Managers are wired for hospitality! We're in the people business. So, we know how to make someone feel special, and our most successful Managers are passionate about...

Shift Leader

  • Barnegat, NJ (19 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Barnegat, NJ (19 miles from Brick, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Description As a Dunkin' franchisee, we are committed to our employees as much as we are committed to our customers. We value hardworking and enthusiastic employees and we make it...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Brick, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Brick, NJ 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 Brick, NJ
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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