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Head Maitre d

Chantilly, VA 20151

Posted: 01/13/2026 Job Number: 297 Salary: $60K-$65K

Job Description

Head Maître d
The Talent Shop is recruiting a Head Maître d’ on behalf of a confidential hospitality group operating a high-energy, elevated cocktail and dining concept. This role is the face of the guest experience, responsible for creating a warm, polished, and seamless arrival and dining flow for every guest.
The Head Maître d’ leads the host and reservations team while serving as the primary point of contact for VIP guests, special occasions, and high-touch service moments.

Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience & Hospitality
  • Serve as the lead ambassador for the restaurant, setting the tone for hospitality from the moment guests arrive
  • Manage reservations, seating flow, and guest wait times to maximize both guest satisfaction and operational efficiency
  • Personally greet and engage with VIPs, regulars, and special-occasion guests
  • Resolve guest concerns with warmth, professionalism, and discretion
Host Stand & Floor Leadership
  • Hire, train, and lead the host and reservations team
  • Maintain seating charts, floor plans, and table management systems
  • Coordinate with management, servers, and the bar team to ensure smooth service flow
  • Support floor operations during peak service
Systems & Organization
  • Oversee reservation platforms, guest notes, and preference tracking
  • Manage walk-in volume and large party bookings
  • Partner with leadership on guest experience initiatives and service standards

Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience in upscale, high-volume restaurants or hospitality environments
  • Previous Maître d’, Lead Host, or Guest Relations experience preferred
  • Strong communication, presence, and emotional intelligence
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, nightlife-driven environments
  • Passion for creating memorable guest experiences
This is an opportunity to be the hospitality heartbeat of a vibrant, bourbon- and cocktail-driven dining destination. If you love creating personal, elevated experiences for guests and leading front-of-house hospitality, this role offers visibility, influence, and growth.
 
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