Maitre D Jobs in Chester, 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

  • Stirling, NJ (12 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stirling, NJ (12 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 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...

Shift Leader

  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Become a Shift Leader of Jersey Mike's Mayer Restaurants, a vibrant organization! Grab hold of our powerful positive energy with a Jersey Mikes ready-to-take-off career that is fun, fulfilling and...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

The Assistant Manager role provides a training ground for restaurant management. As your leadership responsibilities expand, you will see how your influence impacts the business and your team's...

Shift Leader

  • Union, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Union, NJ (22 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

"Jersey Mike's "A Sub Above" We understand that it all starts with a winning team of individuals who are fun, personable, positive and eager to learn team players who take pride in what they do....

Shift Leader

  • Hillsborough, NJ (19 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (19 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 11 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 -...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Portland, PA (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Portland, PA (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

You are applying for work with a franchisee of Dunkin' Donuts, not Dunkin' Brands, Inc., Dunkin' Donuts or any of their affiliates. Any information you submit will be provided solely to the...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Bridgewater, NJ (13 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (13 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 12 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...

Shift Lead

  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (9 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

The shift lead role provides a training ground for restaurant management. As your leadership responsibilities expand, you will see how your influence impacts the business and your team's success....

Taco Bell Shift Leader

  • Manville, NJ (17 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Manville, NJ (17 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

At Taco Bell, We work together...and make a difference everyday Our teams invest in our communities in many ways to help build positive relationships with the people living all around us. Because...

Shift Leader

  • Franklin, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ (23 miles from Chester, 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-Rockaway Townsquare

  • Rockaway, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (15 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 21 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

  • West Orange, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 22 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...

Shift Leader

  • Caldwell, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (21 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 23 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...

Seasonal Easter Shift Lead- Menlo Park Mall

  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Chester, 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- The Mall at Short Hills

  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from Chester, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (18 miles from Chester, 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...

Demographic Data for Chester, NJ

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Chester, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Chester, 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 Chester, 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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