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Maitre D
Smith & Wollensky
797 3rd Ave, New York, NY, United States
Smith & Wollensky hiring Maitre D in New York, NY

Smith & Wollensky hiring Maitre D in New York, NY

Maitre D

Smith & WollenskyMore Info

797 3rd Ave, New York, NY, United States
Full Time • Hourly ($26.00 - $30.00)
Expired: Dec 4, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Smith & Wollensky, the flagship location and Midtown institution from Quality Branded, is seeking a Maitre D' to join our team! The Maitre’D manages the front door and reservation operations while always presenting an excellent first impression of the restaurant. The Maitre’D must possess high level organizational and communication skills with the ability to think and act quickly. Maintaining poise and positivity in a fast-paced work environment is critical to success.

Candidates must have:

  • High volume experience (300+ nightly covers)
  • 2+ years front door experience
  • A flexible + generous approach to service
  • Evening and weekend availability

We provide you:

  • A real career in the restaurant industry.
  • An established, stable, professional company.
  • Opportunities for advancement and growth within our multiple locations.
  • Great perks and benefits.

Quality Branded is a Midtown-based restaurant group in New York City, founded by Michael Stillman in 2006. The group is comprised of Midtown staples and fixtures in the city’s dining landscape: Smith & Wollensky NYC, Quality Meats, Quality Italian, Quality Bistro, Don Angie, Zou Zou’s & Chez Zou, Bad Roman, San Sabino, and Twin Tails. Quality Branded is known for its buzzy, energetic spaces and warm hospitality, signature dishes, and tableside flair. Quality Branded is committed to its New York-based legacy, having owned and operated restaurants like Smith & Wollensky since 1977 and Quality Meats since 2006.

Quality Branded provides equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($26.00 - $30.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Ability to Manage Front Door Operations

Strong Customer Service Skills

Ability to Maintain Poise Under Pressure

Quick Thinking and Decision Making Skills

Experience in a Fast Paced Work Environment

Leadership Skills

Team Collaboration Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Create a Positive First Impression

Adaptability to Changing Situations

Conflict Resolution skills

Time Management Skills

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Strong interpersonal skills

Commitment to Professional Growth

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Part of Quality Branded

(212) 753-1530

Quality Branded is a group of upscale restaurants, which are owned or managed by father-son restaurateurs Alan and Michael Stillman with chef Craig Koketsu, including the flagship location of Smith & Wollensky, Maloney & Porcelli, Quality Meats New York & Miami Beach, Quality Italian New York & Denver, Park Avenue (Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer), Squares and Quality Eats.

Quality Branded makes offering comprehensive benefits to our employees a priority. We offer fantastic traditional benefits as well as some great perks that we hope makes you love working here!

In addition to our benefits, we pride ourselves on our long term employees and opportunities for growth in your career, and have a commitment to develop our current employees and promote from within whenever possible.