Maitre D & Guest Experience Lead — Fast-Paced Dining

Corner Table; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive hourly rate of pay

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, 

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Gym discounts

Commuter benefits

Referral bonus program

Generous paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Corner Table is seeking a Maitré d' to create a polished, welcoming guest experience from arrival through seating. You will manage waitlists and reservations, coordinate seating to balance pacing and server coverage, and communicate updates to leadership to maintain smooth dining room operations.

You will also assist with seating arrangements, reservations, and table turnover, while maintaining high standards of hospitality and guest service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifikationen

• 2 years of experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Prior experience as a lead host, maître d'.
• Honesty and integrity are essential.
• Detail-oriented approach to responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Genuine joy in making guests happy and delivering great experiences.
• Passion for the hospitality industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills and guest service mindset.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of dining room operations and service flow.

Aufgaben

• Deliver a polished, professional, and welcoming first impression.
• Manage waitlists and reservations to ensure accurate quoting and guest expectations.
• Optimize table assignments based on pacing, server sections, and turn times.
• Communicate real-time door management updates to restaurant leadership.
• Assist in the daily operations of the dining room, including seating arrangements, reservations, and table turnover.
• Monitor and manage table rotations to optimize seating capacity and minimize wait times.

Kenntnisse

Lead host experience

Guest service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Joy in making people happy

Hospitality passion

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Jobbeschreibung

Corner Table is seeking a Maitré d' to create a polished, welcoming guest experience from arrival through seating. You will manage waitlists and reservations, coordinate seating to balance pacing and server coverage, and communicate updates to leadership to maintain smooth dining room operations.

You will also assist with seating arrangements, reservations, and table turnover, while maintaining high standards of hospitality and guest service in a fast-paced environment.