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Maitre D
Oiji Mi
17 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Oiji Mi hiring Maitre D in New York, NY

Oiji Mi hiring Maitre D in New York, NY

Maitre D

Oiji MiMore Info

17 West 19th Street, New York, NY
Full Time • Hourly ($21.00 - $25.00) plus tips
Expires: Feb 14, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Our restaurant group, home to two Michelin-starred concepts — our contemporary Korean 5-course pre-fixe menu restaurant and our sister tasting-menu restaurant — is seeking an exceptional Maître D’ to join our front desk team.

We are looking for a hospitality professional who embodies warmth, professionalism, and precision, with a deep understanding of luxury service and guest-driven experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Experience & Service Excellence
• Serve as the first point of contact, greeting and hosting guests with professionalism, genuine hospitality, and polished communication.
• Maintain the tone of the dining room through sincere, attentive, and anticipatory service.
• Build ongoing relationships with regulars and high-profile guests.

Reservation & Book Management
• Expertly manage the reservation books using platforms such as Resy and OpenTable, optimizing cover counts without compromising guest experience.
• Strategically maximize reservations and maintain smooth pacing for a 5-course prix fixe menu.
• Coordinate with the management team to adjust floor plans as needed during service or for special events.

Leadership & Team Coordination
• Lead, direct, and delegate responsibilities to the host team, especially during peak seasons.
• Act as the communication bridge between hosts, management, and all FOH teams.
• Maintain a calm, organized presence during high-volume periods.

Operations & Communication
• Ensure the host stand is organized, efficient, and updated throughout each shift.
• Communicate all private events, large parties, and reservation changes clearly and promptly.
• Support operations between both Michelin-starred restaurants as needed.

Ideal Candidate
• 2–3+ years of experience in upscale or Michelin-recognized restaurants or NYT starred restaurants
• Strong command of guest relations and high-level hospitality standards
• Fluency with Resy/OpenTable and proven ability to strategize cover flow
• Exceptional communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented during busy service
• A genuine passion for Korean cuisine and elevated dining

What We Offer
• Competitive compensation
• Growth potential within a Michelin-recognized restaurant group
• A respectful, collaborative, and excellence-driven team culture
• Opportunities to engage with a thoughtful, food-focused clientele

We look forward to meeting you!


Equal Employer Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion,gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics.  In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($21.00 - $25.00) plus tips


Required Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to Build Relationships

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Crisis Management

Team Leadership

Adaptability

Problem Solving Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration skills

Event Coordination

Multi Tasking Ability

Knowledge of Fine Dining Standards

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Korean

Fine Dining, Upscale Casual

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Part of Oiji Hospitality Group

OIJI MI, a new concept from Oiji Hospitality Group in Flatiron. OIJI MI offers a creative contemporary Korean dining experience composed uniquely for NYC.
Helmed by Owner and Executive Chef Brian Kim, OIJI MI is the culmination of Chef Kim’s longtime passion to bring a new level of traditional flavors and inherently Korean dishes, and reinterpreting them into a modern culinary experience.
OIJI MI follows in the footsteps of the fan-favorite East Village restaurant, Oiji, which since its opening in 2015, has become an essential go-to for refined Korean dining in downtown Manhattan. OIJI MI is an evolution of the original Oiji concept, echoing the same philosophy, but with an elevated perspective, on a bigger stage.

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