MaitreD at Kindred Restaurant

Kindred Hospitality Group; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee discounts

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Kindred Hospitality Group seeks a polished maitre'd for Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC to lead the guest experience on the front-of-house team. This role suits a hospitality professional who values warm first impressions, seamless pacing, and setting the tone for a memorable dining experience.

We are looking for someone with a passion for people and hospitality, with flexible hours and the opportunity for advancement within our growing multi-location restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Experience as a maitre'd, host lead, or front-of-house manager; upscale or fine dining preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with reservation and table management systems.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet guests and set the tone for their dining experience.
• Manage reservations, waitlists, and table flow to optimize seating.
• Anticipate guest needs and resolve concerns with professionalism.
• Coordinate with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff for seamless service.
• Train, support, and set the standard for hosts and front-of-house staff.
• Maintain a polished host stand and entryway.
• Uphold hospitality, presentation, and service standards at all times.
• Support leadership during high-volume, fast-paced shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Customer service

Hospitality

Tools

OpenTable

Table management

Job description

Benefits:

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Position Summary

We're hiring a polished, experienced maitre'd to lead the guest experience on our front-of-house team Kindred Restaurant in Davidson, NC. This role is suited to a hospitality professional who takes pride in warm first impressions, seamless pacing, and setting the tone for a memorable dining experience. We are looking for someone with a passion for people and hospitality.

About Us

Kindred is an upscale casual restaurant and the flagship of a growing local restaurant group, with several other restaurants in the area owned by Joe & Katy Kindred. Our culinary team has earned numerous James Beard Foundation nominations along with other national and local accolades. We're known for seasonally-driven menus, craft beer and cocktail programs, and stellar wine lists — and we're looking for servers who bring the same level of care to the guest experience that our kitchen brings to the plate.

Responsibilities

Warmly greet and welcome guests, setting the tone for their dining experience

Manage reservations, waitlists, and table flow to optimize seating and pacing

Anticipate guest needs, handle special requests, and resolve concerns with professionalism

Coordinate closely with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service

Train, support, and set the standard for hosts and front-of-house support staff

Maintain a polished, organized, and welcoming host stand and entryway

Uphold the restaurant's standards for hospitality, presentation, and service at all times

Support leadership during high-volume, fast-paced shifts

Qualifications

Previous experience as a maitre'd, host lead, or front-of-house manager required; upscale or fine dining experience strongly preferred

Strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Working knowledge of reservation and table management systems

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Competitive, based on experience. Starting at $22/hr.

Full-time and part-time positions available

Employee Discount

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)

Flexible scheduling

Opportunity for growth within a multi-location restaurant group

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule: Night shift

Restaurant Type: Upscale casual