Maitre D Jobs in Columbus, OH

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

  • Galloway, OH (14 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Galloway, OH (14 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 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

  • London, OH (24 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • London, OH (24 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 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...

Restaurant Manager

  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 2 days ago

WHY CRACKER BARREL What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like Care beyond the table At Cracker Barrel, our managers play a vital role in caring for our employees and guests. Through...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • West Jefferson, OH (18 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Jefferson, OH (18 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Address: 540 Timmons Way West Jefferson, OH, 43162 Benefits: Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance Paid Time Off Flexible Scheduling 401(k) - 100% match up to 5%...

Shift Lead

  • Columbus, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Paid time off Position Summary: The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Shift Lead works alongside the Bakery Manager and team members to create the...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 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

  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 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 Lead - Starbucks

  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 days ago

Shift Lead - Starbucks Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection 50 West Broad Street Columbus, OH 43215 149 Room Hotel Managed By First Hospitality 1 Location PTO! Holiday Pay! Day One Health Benefits!...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • Columbus, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 15 days ago

Do you love working with people? Are you looking for a fun environment where you can grow in your career? Marco's Pizza is the premier pizza franchise in the United States and is seeking...

Shift Leader

  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 15 days ago

of House, Server, Servers, Food Server, Food Service, Food Service Worker, Waiter, Waiters, Waitress, Waitresses, Food Server, Crew Member, Crewmember, Full Service Crew Member, Full Service Teammate...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager J625226

  • Columbus, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 17 days ago

Description 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...

KFC Assistant Restaurant Manager J625224

  • Powell, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Powell, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 17 days ago

Description 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...

Restaurant Manager - Fun Sports Bar - Columbus OH

  • Columbus, OH
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 20 days ago

Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training front-of-house team members to nurture a culture of excellence and teamwork....

Lead, Server - The Ohio State University

  • Columbus, OH
  • 21 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 21 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: [[extTitle]] Pay Range: $17.00 to $19.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number...

Lead, Server - The Ohio State University

  • Columbus, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 22 days ago

Position Title: [[extTitle]] Pay Range: $17.00 to $19.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1400843. The...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Columbus, OH 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 Columbus, OH
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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