Chef Thomas Keller’s Yountville destination, The French Laundry, is looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about food, beverage and hospitality to join the team as a Maitre D.

Opened in 1994, Chef Keller’s three-Michelin-starred restaurant remains one of the most highly regarded fine dining destinations worldwide. The French Laundry’s daily changing tasting menu is centered around seasonal ingredients—many of which are sourced from the neighboring culinary garden—prepared with French techniques.  

Our team of hospitality professionals strives to set new standards in service. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar chef-driven, fine dining environment. 

The Maitre D will ensure continuous improvement in quality of guest experience, service, operational effectiveness, employee retention and satisfaction.

Our company culture is founded on mentorship and providing a solid foundation of skills to support our profession. We are proud to offer: 

• Opportunities for growth and advancement 
• Company sponsored medical and dental plans with a contribution of 55%-87% of your premium* 
• Voluntary plans such as vision, life insurance, accident, long-term disability insurance, and pet insurance. 
• 401K with no waiting periods for your contributions and the opportunity to receive up to 4.5% of your salary as matching contributions 
• Family meal 
• Scholarship programs 
• Peer mentorship 
• Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller’s casual properties 
• Gym membership programs 

If this opportunity doesn’t interest you, but you have a service background, share your resume for future consideration to [email protected]. 

Who we are: 

Thomas Keller is regarded as a world leader in the culinary profession. The properties and people he inspires are dedicated to setting new restaurant standards in service, cuisine and employment experience. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the industry.  

Looking for other opportunities with our group? Check out open positions on ThomasKeller.com/careers! 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. 

*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time.