Maitre D Jobs in Texas

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 Leader

  • Kyle, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Kyle, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Job Title: Shift Leader Job Description: SUMMARY: Assist the management team in achieving restaurant operational goals, annual sales, and profit plan. Responsible for the same duties as hourly...

Restaurant Manager - Unit 1063

  • Saginaw, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Saginaw, TX
  • 3 hours ago

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

Shift Leader

  • Rosenberg, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Rosenberg, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Working at Pizza Hut is about making hungry people happy. It's about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra cash. If you're ready to take the next step in your...

Restaurant Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours 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 Lead

  • Weatherford, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Weatherford, TX
  • 15 hours 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 Supervisor

  • Horseshoe Bay, TX
  • 18 hours ago
  • Horseshoe Bay, TX
  • 18 hours ago

Horseshoe Bay Resort 200 Hi Circle North Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657 400 Room Resort Managed By Crescent Hotels & Resorts Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Full-Time...

Restaurant Shift Leader

  • Bowie, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowie, TX
  • 1 day ago

$0.00 Salary Not Available Position range in Montague County $12.26 - $18.83 Per hour Restaurant Shift Leader Pizza Hut Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers...

Shift Leader

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day 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...

Shift Lead

  • Gatesville, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Gatesville, TX
  • 1 day ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Shift Lead will focus on six main things: Providing an excellent guest experience Ensuring that great food is prepared & served Keeping our restaurants...

Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Abilene, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 1 day ago

Assistant Restaurant Manager Opportunity Location: Abilene, Texas Salary: $55,000 annually + up to $60,000 in bonuses Restaurant Type: Full-Service Casual Diner Employer: Rapidly Expanding...

El Paso Doubletree Restaurant Manager - Casanova

  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 1 day ago

Understand and efficiently operate MICROS system or registers. Other duties as assigned to ensure effective operation of the overall hotel....

Restaurant Shift Leader (Full-Time)

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 1 day ago

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To...

Retail Shift Lead (PT)

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

Retail Shift Lead (PT) Uptown, Dallas, TX, USA Req #805 Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Pressed Juicery is growing and hiring. If you're enthusiastic about health & wellness and passionate about creating...

Restaurant Manager - NEW Casual Dining Opening

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 1 day ago

Restaurant Manager Casual Theme-Authentic Concept Are you among the creme-de-la-creme of Restaurant Managers in the dynamic hospitality sector? If that's a resounding yes, we're on the hunt for...

Deli Shift Leader II

  • Midland, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian...

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Salary for Maitre D Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Maitre Ds in Texas 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 Texas
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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