Bavette's Bar & Boeuf is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full Time Maitre D'to join our team! ($35-$45/hour)

Hogsalt is not your typical restaurant group. Guests know us for transportive spaces and sumptuous fare, but what we are most proud of is the generosity we extend to our teams. Our service team reimagines hospitality with energy and a sense of fun. Our culinary team makes classic dishes so expertly that you'll remember why they became classics. No matter which of our 20 restaurants you visit, you'll see we're an organization that makes people — our guests and ourselves — happy.

We offer a full suite ofbenefits and perks, including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401(k), commuter benefits, and dining rewards.

Experience and Qualifications:

Our ideal candidate is kind, gracious, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. They also believe in quality, consistency, and working in a clean, organized, and inclusive environment where respect and dignity are prioritized.

• 5 years of experience working in a high volume restaurant environment, including 2 years working as a Maitre D’ or floor manager.
• Experience with a range of guest reservation systems, Resy preferred.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and engage with a team.
• Natural talent for creative problem solving.
• Ability to work under pressure with grace and ease.
• Passion for excellence, superior service standards, and an extremely positive attitude.
• Open availability to work including evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliability and accountability are highly prioritized.
• Must have a valid Food Handler Certificate prior to start date.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead by example and with professionalism at all times in all areas of Hogsalt restaurants.
• Maintain and support a positive work environment.
• Engage in and control the flow of the dining room, constantly communicating with leadership.
• Act as a liaison to restaurant leadership, implementing procedures and aligning with company standards at all times.
• Work directly with the Guest Services Director & General Manager to ensure proper bookings, turn times, and seating times.
• Generate new ideas for service and products to maintain a competitive edge.
• Foster and develop new and existing guest relationships to promote repeat business.
• Adapt to new circumstances by utilizing organizational skills; remain flexible and embrace change.
• Analyze business activity and compile statistics or reports as required.
• Oversee all aspects of host training, including keeping all training materials up to date.
• Have a high level of awareness in regards to the needs of guests, reservations, and the restaurant in general.
• Utilize excellent communication and guest service skills, including the ability to handle challenging situations.

Your time is valuable!

Apply directly to this ad, or join us at our Open Call interview session, held each Tuesday from 12:00-1:00 PM at Trivoli Tavern (114 N. Green Street) for an in-person interview.

We look forward to meeting you!