Maitre'd

Kindred Hospitality Group

Maitre'd

Mooresville, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Position Summary

    We're hiring a polished, experienced maitre'd to lead the guest experience on our front-of-house team as we open Deepwell — the newest full-service restaurant from the Kindred Hospitality group. This role is suited to a hospitality professional who takes pride in warm first impressions, seamless pacing, and setting the tone for a memorable dining experience. We are looking for someone with a passion for people and hospitality.

    About Us

    Deepwell is an upscale casual restaurant and part of a growing local restaurant group, with several other restaurants in the area owned by Joe & Katy Kindred. Our culinary team has earned numerous James Beard Foundation nominations along with other national and local accolades. We're known for seasonally-driven menus, craft beer and cocktail programs, and stellar wine lists — and we're looking for team members who bring the same level of care to the guest experience that our kitchen brings to the plate.

    Responsibilities

    Warmly greet and welcome guests, setting the tone for their dining experience

    Manage reservations, waitlists, and table flow to optimize seating and pacing

    Anticipate guest needs, handle special requests, and resolve concerns with professionalism

    Coordinate closely with servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service

    Train, support, and set the standard for hosts and front-of-house support staff

    Maintain a polished, organized, and welcoming host stand and entryway

    Uphold the restaurant's standards for hospitality, presentation, and service at all times

    Support leadership during high-volume, fast-paced shifts

    Qualifications

    Previous experience as a maitre'd, host lead, or front-of-house manager required; upscale or fine dining experience strongly preferred

    Strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking abilities

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Working knowledge of reservation and table management systems

    Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

    Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

    Compensation & Benefits

    Pay: Competitive, based on experience. Starting at $18/hr.

    Full-time and part-time positions available

    Employee Discount

    401(k) with company match

    Health, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)

    Flexible scheduling

    Opportunity for growth within a multi-location restaurant group

    Job Type: Full-time, Part-time

    Schedule: Night shift

    Restaurant Type: Upscale casual