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Maitre D' jobs are open across fine dining, hotel food and beverage, and private event venues, covering specializations in floor management, guest relations, and reservation coordination, from lead server roles to senior front-of-house management positions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Competitive salary
Location: Grand Oaks Country Club, Staten Island, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
IOP Hospitality Group and the Grand Oaks Country Club, located on the picturesque Staten Island, is a premier venue known for hosting elegant weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. With a commitment to excellence, we provide our members and guests with exceptional service, stunning event spaces, and unforgettable experiences. Our team is dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Banquet Maître d’ to oversee banquet operations and ensure flawless execution of our events.
The ideal candidate will have a strong presence, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for providing top-tier hospitality. You will be the face of our banquet service, ensuring every event is executed to perfection and every host and guest feels welcomed and extremely well cared for.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients and guests during banquet events, ensuring their needs are met and expectations are always exceeded.
- Oversee the setup and breakdown of banquet spaces, ensuring all details are aligned with the event plan and club standards.
- Coordinate with the culinary team, event planners, and service staff to ensure seamless execution of events.
- Supervise banquet staff, providing guidance and support to maintain high service standards.
- Greeting guests upon arrival, escorting them to their tables, and ensuring they are comfortable throughout the event.
- Manage the flow of service, including meal timing, beverage service, and special requests.
- Address guest inquiries, concerns, and special requests promptly and professionally.
- Monitor the banquet space to ensure cleanliness, organization, and a welcoming atmosphere.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of the menu, wine list, and club policies to assist guests effectively.
- Handle any issues or conflicts with grace and professionalism.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Previous experience as a Banquet Maître d’, banquet captain, or in a similar leadership role in hospitality or event management.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- A polished and professional demeanor with a focus on guest satisfaction.
- Knowledge of banquet service, dining etiquette, and event coordination.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
- Must be 21 or over to apply.
- Become a part of a prestigious and supportive team at Grand Oaks Country Club, a leading venue on Staten Island.
- Enhance your experience in an event-driven environment.
- Join us! Grand Oaks Country Club is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Dress to impress, two forms of valid NY State ID are required, plus an updated resume.
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Who's Hiring
- Maggiano's Little Italy10
- Kindred Restaurant3
- Idea Collective2I
- Marriott International2
- Hillstone Restaurant2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maitre D' jobs.
- Two or more years of front-of-house supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant
- Proficiency with reservation management platforms such as OpenTable or Resy
- Strong verbal communication and conflict resolution skills with high-volume guest traffic
- Knowledge of wine service, menu composition, and fine dining etiquette standards
- Current ServSafe Food Handler or Food Manager certification
- Ability to stand and move across the dining floor for an entire service shift
Tips for Your Maitre D' Job Search
Tailor your resume to floor operations
Hiring managers in fine dining scan for specific language: cover counts, turn times, reservation system experience, and staff scheduling. Pull those details from your real shifts and put them in your work history, not a generic summary at the top.
Lead with guest recovery stories
Interviewers for maitre d' roles almost always ask how you've handled a difficult guest or a service breakdown. Prepare two or three specific examples with a clear outcome before your interview so you're not reaching for details under pressure.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists maitre d' openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your experience to the venue format
A tasting-menu restaurant and a hotel ballroom want different things from a maitre d'. Read each posting carefully and adjust your application to reflect experience with that specific service style, whether it's a la carte pacing, banquet flow, or prix fixe sequencing.
Get certified in food and beverage safety
Many properties now require a current ServSafe Food Handler or Food Manager certificate before they'll schedule an interview. If yours is expired or you don't have one yet, complete it before applying so it doesn't delay an offer.
Negotiate schedule and section expectations upfront
Before accepting an offer, confirm which shifts are covered, whether you're expected to work private events outside regular hours, and how tip pools are structured for the front-of-house team. Misaligned expectations on these points are the most common reason new hires leave quickly.
Maitre D' Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most maitre d's?
Maggiano's Little Italy, Kindred Restaurant, and Idea Collective are hiring the most maitre d's right now, with openings concentrated in New York, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hotel groups and independent fine dining operators tend to post the most volume throughout the year.
How many maitre d' jobs are remote?
About 0% of maitre d' openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires a physical presence on the floor. Administrative functions like scheduling, reservation management, and vendor coordination are the areas most likely to allow partial remote flexibility at larger hospitality groups.
How do you become a maitre d'?
Most maitre d's work their way up through front-of-house roles, starting as a host, server, or floor supervisor before taking on a maitre d' position. Building fluency in reservation systems, developing a working knowledge of wine and cuisine, and gaining experience managing staff during high-volume service are the practical steps that prepare you for the role.
Can you get hired as a maitre d' with little experience?
You can move into a maitre d' role with limited direct experience if you've held a supervisory front-of-house position and can demonstrate strong guest relations skills. Smaller independent restaurants are more likely to promote from within or hire candidates who show service polish and leadership instincts over a long formal resume.
What does the maitre d' interview process look like?
Most maitre d' interviews include an initial phone screen with HR or a manager, followed by an in-person interview with the general manager or food and beverage director. Candidates are typically asked to walk through a past service challenge, describe their approach to managing reservations during a rush, and in some cases complete a brief working floor observation or trial shift.
Where can I find and apply to maitre d' jobs?
You can find and apply to maitre d' jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and service background, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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