Matre D'

Position Title : Restaurant Manager & Matre D'

Pay G14

Reports To : General Manager

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000

Other Forms of Compensation :

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Job Summary

As the Matre D, you will be the face of hospitality and the driving force behind front-of-house operations. This dual role requires a refined presence on the dining room floor and strong administrative leadership behind the scenes. You will lead a team of service professionals to deliver exceptional guest experiences while upholding the highest standards of fine dining service. From staffing and training to reservations and floor management, you will ensure every detail of service is executed with precision, elegance, and warmth.

Key Responsibilities :

• Recruit, train, and develop all front-of-house staff in accordance with fine dining service standards
• Lead daily pre-shift meetings and serve as the on-the-floor leader during service
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, inventory, and cost controls to maintain operational efficiency
• Manage reservation platforms, guest bookings, and floor plans to optimize flow and guest satisfaction
• Create daily seating charts and server station assignments, adjusting for business volume
• Design and enforce service protocols, side work duties, and cleanliness standards
• Act as the primary liaison between service staff, culinary team, and management to ensure seamless execution
• Maintain a visible and gracious presence in the dining room, greeting guests and handling service recovery as needed
• Investigate and resolve guest concerns with professionalism and diplomacy
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and genuine hospitality

Preferred Qualifications :

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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID : 1451656

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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