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Maitre D
THE GRILL
99 E 52nd St, New York, NY 10022
THE GRILL hiring Maitre D in New York, NY

THE GRILL hiring Maitre D in New York, NY

Maitre D

THE GRILLMore Info

99 E 52nd St, New York, NY 10022
Full Time • Hourly ($30.00 - $33.00)
Expires: Dec 11, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

Major Food Group is hiring a part-time Maitre’D to join our team at THE GRILL!

THE GRILL is a historically based American chophouse set in midcentury New York. It takes great inspiration from history: both the time the Seagram Building was built and the restaurants that existed at that time. It is the precursor to the NY Steakhouse, when things were still intricate and elegant. It celebrates all the animals of the land and some of our favorites from the sea. There is extensive table side preparation and service. 

As a valuable addition to our team, you must ensure that guests have a pleasant and memorable experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Greet & treat all guests in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strives to exceed guests expectations.
  • Oversee dining room operation in a restaurant
  • Help flow of traffic in and out of restaurant.
  • Engage guests, act as an ambassador of the restaurant in both personality and knowledge. 
  • Interacts with guests as they arrive and as they leave the restaurant to ensure positive dining experience.
  • Performs other duties as directed.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • 3-4 years of restaurant experience in high volume and fine dining restaurants.
  • At least 2 years experience leading a front door team in a New York restaurant
  • Previous experience in Michelin-starred (1, 2, or 3) and/or NY Times (2 or more stars) is preferred but not required.

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company Subsidy
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Progressive Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous Dining Allowance
  • Unlimited Referral Program
  • TransitChek Discount
  • 401k Plan with Employer Contribution

Compensation: $30.00 - $33.00 hourly based on experience.

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 ($30.00 - $33.00)

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


Required Skills

Experience in High Volume and Fine Dining Restaurants

Customer Service Skills

Customer Service

Leadership Skills

Leadership Experience in a New York Restaurant

Communication Skills

Fine Dining Experience

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Exceed Guests' Expectations

Conflict Resolution

Attention to Detail

Restaurant Operations

Time Management Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Knowledge of Michelin Starred And/or NY Times Rated Restaurants

Teamwork

Positive Attitude

Front Door Team Leadership

Professionalism

Adaptability

Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution skills

Guest Engagement

Knowledge of Fine Dining Standards

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work In a High Pressure Environment

Table Side Service

Ability to Handle High Pressure Situations

Cultural Awareness

Knowledge of High Volume Restaurants

Sales Skills

Customer Service Oriented Mindset

Ability to Train and Mentor Staff

Interpersonal Skills

Team Player

Time Management

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Part of Major Food Group

375 Park Food is a space composed of two restaurants, THE GRILL and THE POOL. These spaces occupy the historic rooms of the former restaurant The Four Seasons and are now operated by Major Food Group.

THE GRILL is a historically based American chophouse set in midcentury New York. It takes great inspiration from history; both the time the Seagram Building was built and the restaurants that existed at that time. It is the precursor to the NY Steakhouse, when things were still intricate and elegant. It celebrates all the animals of the land and some of our favorites from the sea. There is extensive table side preparation and service. There is also extensive use of THE GRILL. It is the name of the restaurant, the style of restaurant, and the piece of equipment we use in the kitchen for many of our signature preparations.

Major Food Group (MFG) is a New York based restaurant and hospitality company founded by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick. The founders all exhibit a wealth of knowledge in the food, hospitality, and business sectors.

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