Job Title: Maitre’d
Job Description:
A high-volume restaurant group located in Midtown is seeking an experienced and polished Maitre’d to oversee guest service and dining experience. Restaurant experience is a MUST for this role.
Duties and Responsibilities (not all-inclusive):
- Greet and welcome guests, ensuring a high standard of hospitality.
- Oversee the flow of the dining room, managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Coordinate with the kitchen and service staff to ensure timely and efficient service.
- Handle guest complaints and issues, resolving them in a professional manner.
- Maintain an updated knowledge of the menu, wine list, and specials.
- Assist with training and supervising the front-of-house staff.
- Manage VIP guests and special events to ensure an exceptional experience.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Maitre’d or in a similar role in a high-end restaurant.
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
- Strong knowledge of food, wine, and restaurant operations.
- Ability to manage a busy dining room and multitask effectively.
- High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
- Restaurant industry experience is required.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership roles.
-Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Maitre'd or in a similar role
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge of food, wine, and restaurant operations
- Ability to manage a busy dining room and multitask effectively
- High level of professionalism and attention to detail
What We Do
The Avra Group was founded in 2000 by Nick Tsoulos, Nick Pashalis and Marc Packer. Avra specializes in whole grilled fish and Greek delicacies, bringing fine Mediterranean dining to New York City, Beverly Hills and Miami. Our menu features dishes prepared using time-honored recipes passed down from generations of mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers. We prepare these traditional dishes using all the best ingredients including fresh seafood flown in from the Mediterranean ensuring that most authentic experience to everyone who walks through our doors.
