Description
Maître d’hôtel
The Maître d’hôtel supervises and coordinates all dining room and banquet service activities. They ensure the service meets the expectations and standards of the clientele.
Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, the responsibilities and functions of the position include:
- Manage dining room reservations and coordinate service flow.
- Receive and address guest feedback in a timely manner.
- Train, motivate, and evaluate service staff, and enforce discipline when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with laws regarding alcohol service, hygiene regulations, and internal policies.
- Promote information sharing within the service team.
- Assist with service during peak periods.
- Conduct daily inspections of service areas.
- Plan weekly schedules based on hotel occupancy and assist with payroll management.
- Plan and organize billing and control processes.
- Manage and monitor inventories; place orders for supplies, alcohol, and other items.
- Attend departmental meetings.
- Perform any other related duties.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position in a fine-dining restaurant.
- Degree from a recognized hotel management school or equivalent.
- Fluent in both French and English.
Required Skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure in a constantly evolving environment and prioritize effectively.
- Knowledge of wines and spirits, as well as sales and distribution protocols.
- Professional demeanor and attitude.
- Autonomous, dynamic, honest, versatile, with strong initiative and organizational skills.
- Maintain a polished appearance in line with hotel standards and regulations.
Job Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Group insurance (25+ hours/week).
- Company sustainability committee.
- Employee meal provided.
- Uniform provided.
- Discounts with partner businesses.