Front of House Manager

Confidential; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + performance incentives

Career growth opportunities

Culture rooted in excellence

Job summary

A leading dining establishment in Houston, TX, is seeking a skilled Maître d’/Restaurant Manager to create exceptional guest experiences. The role includes managing reservations, leading a talented team, and ensuring service standards reflect the highest quality. Candidates should have 4–5+ years of experience in fine dining, strong communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. This position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 along with career growth opportunities in hospitality.

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years of experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Exceptional communication, presence, and attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, and elevated service standards.
• Ability to remain composed and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate a seamless and elevated guest experience from arrival to departure.
• Manage reservations, seating flow, and VIP guest relations with precision.
• Lead, coach, and inspire front-of-house team members to deliver exceptional service.
• Maintain impeccable dining room standards, ambiance, and presentation.
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism, urgency, and grace.

Job description

Location: Houston, TX

Position Overview

As the Maître d’ / Restaurant Manager, you will be the face of the dining room—setting the tone for service, curating the guest journey, and leading a highly trained front-of-house team. You will ensure every detail reflects the standards of an elite dining experience, from the first greeting to the final farewell.

Key Responsibilities

• Orchestrate a seamless and elevated guest experience from arrival to departure
• Manage reservations, seating flow, and VIP guest relations with precision
• Lead, coach, and inspire front-of-house team members to deliver exceptional service
• Maintain impeccable dining room standards, ambiance, and presentation
• Partner closely with culinary leadership to ensure cohesive service execution
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism, urgency, and grace
• Drive staff development, training, and performance management
• Oversee scheduling, labor management, and daily operations

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years of experience in fine dining or luxury hospitality
• Exceptional communication, presence, and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, and elevated service standards
• Experience with reservation platforms (OpenTable, Resy, or similar)
• Ability to remain composed and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
• Professional appearance and demeanor required

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + performance incentives
• Career growth opportunities within a respected hospitality group
• A culture rooted in excellence, teamwork, and hospitality
• Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Ideal Candidate

You are a natural host—warm, intuitive, and detail-oriented—with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. You lead with confidence, anticipate guest needs before they arise, and hold your team to the highest standards of service.