Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Major Food Group is hiring an experienced Maitre D to join our team at Torrisi!
Located in the historic Puck Building, Torrisi, a love letter to Little Italy, proudly presents an Italian-American restaurant with an extensive wine program, a New York-Italian cocktail bar and a luxe deli. Chef Rich Torrisi presides over an open kitchen and presents showstopping dishes, with many prepared or finished tableside to engender warm and welcoming hospitality.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Oversee dining room operation in a restaurant
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Customer relations and ensuring guests receive impeccable service at all times
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Greet customers and guide them to their tables
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Answer customer questions regarding food, drinks, and specials
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Help flow of traffic in and out of the restaurant.
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Engage guests, act as an ambassador of the restaurant in both personality and knowledge.
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Resolve customer complaints or disputes
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Manage waitstaff to ensure efficient and excellent service throughout a given seating
REQUIREMENTS:
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3-4 years of restaurant experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants
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At least 2 years experience leading a front door team
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Previous Maitre D experience desired
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Full availability required for this.
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Must be able to stand/walk for 8 hours; bend, push, pull; lift 30 lbs.
BENEFITS:
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Competitive Salary
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Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
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Growth Opportunities
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Progressive Paid Time Off
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Parental Leave
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Generous Dining Allowance
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Unlimited Referral Program
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TransitChek Discount
Equal Employment Opportunity
Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($22.00 - $26.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Leadership
Communication Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Attention to Detail
Customer Service Orientation
Team Management
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Part of Major Food Group
Major Food Group is coming back full circle to Mulberry St. with the opening of Torrisi, just a few blocks from the original Torrisi Italian Specialties, where it all began. Located in the historic Puck Building, Torrisi, a love letter to Little Italy, proudly presents an Italian-American restaurant with an extensive wine program, a New York-Italian cocktail bar and a luxe deli. Chef Rich Torrisi presides over an open kitchen and presents showstopping dishes, with many prepared or finished tableside to engender warm and welcoming hospitality.
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