Maitre D Jobs in Brownsville, TX

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

  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • moments ago
  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • moments 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 - Restaurant 202015 - 1650 Military Hwy 281, Brownsville, TX 78520

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 2 days ago

Location: Brownsville, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 202015 - 1650 Military Hwy 281, Brownsville, TX 78520 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 202014 - 4395 N Expressway, Brownsville, TX 78520

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 4 days ago

Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field Operations Job Summary: To serve as a restaurant leader and ensure that Team Members on shift are provided with the proper...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 204141 - 801 South Jackson Rd., Pharr, TX 78577

  • La Feria, TX (23 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • La Feria, TX (23 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: La Feria, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 204141 - 801 South Jackson Rd., Pharr, TX 78577 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department:...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 202107 - 731 W. Ocean Boulevard (HWY 100), Los Fresnos, TX 78566

  • Los Fresnos, TX (13 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Fresnos, TX (13 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Los Fresnos, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 202107 - 731 W. Ocean Boulevard (HWY 100), Los Fresnos, TX 78566 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 201349 - 1714 S. 77 Sunshine Strip, Harlingen, TX 78550

  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Harlingen, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 201349 - 1714 S. 77 Sunshine Strip, Harlingen, TX 78550 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 205845 - 819 N 13TH Street, Harlingen, TX 78550

  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Harlingen, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 205845 - 819 N 13TH Street, Harlingen, TX 78550 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department:...

Location: Brownsville, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 200448 - 2121 International Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Location: Brownsville, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 205889 - 7460 S. Padre Island Hwy, Brownsville, TX 78521 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 203219 - 1264 E. Washington, Brownsville, TX 78521

  • Brownsville, TX (8 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brownsville, TX (8 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Brownsville, US-WA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 203219 - 1264 E. Washington, Brownsville, TX 78521 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 200794 - 2395 Boca Chica Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 5 days ago

Location: Brownsville, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 200794 - 2395 Boca Chica Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 207384 - 1748 East TX 100, Port Isabel, TX 78578

  • Port Isabel, TX (16 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Port Isabel, TX (16 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Port Isabel, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 207384 - 1748 East TX 100, Port Isabel, TX 78578 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager...

Shift Leader - Restaurant 200557 - 921 W. Tyler, Harlingen, TX 78550

  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Harlingen, TX (20 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 22 days ago

Reports To (Title): Restaurant General Manager Department: Field Operations Job Summary: To serve as a restaurant leader and ensure that Team Members on shift are provided with the proper...

Restaurant Manager - Unit 740

  • Brownsville, TX (6 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Brownsville, TX (6 miles from Brownsville, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Manages front-of-house restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, customer service, and presentation of the dining room and bar areas....

Location: Brownsville, US-TX Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Shift Leader - Restaurant 201442 - 1104 Ruben M. Torres Boulevard, Brownsville, TX 78521 Reports To (Title): Restaurant General...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Brownsville, TX

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Brownsville, TX 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 Brownsville, TX
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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