Maître D / Manager Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Maître D’ / Manager
FIG
232 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, United States
Full Time

• Salary (Based on Experience)

Expires:

Jul 10, 2025 Be an early applicant
Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Established award-winning restaurant group in Charleston, SC is interviewing for a Maître D’ / Manager position at their flagship restaurant FIG (Food Is Good). FIG is credited with championing the local food movement. We are committed to our family of purveyors whose products are the driving force and inspiration for our work. Paying respect to their efforts and traditions is essential to our mission. However, the FIG experience is about more than just food. A sincere effort to educate our staff on all aspects of food and beverage culture is the basis for our service philosophy. It is our goal that guests feel special, comfortable and well taken care of. Once a humble corner bistro, FIG has since garnered three James Beard Foundation Awards becoming one of the top dining destinations in the Southeast. As for the position and responsibilities, we’ll be looking to you to identify your strengths and weaknesses in a leadership role. Your focus will be a combination of your desired interests in hospitality and the needs within our current management team. We like to think of our industry as constantly operating in the “grey space” where things are ever changing and adapting, and we’re looking for someone who thrives in a flux environment. All experience levels are welcome!

What we expect from you:

Genuine respect and love for hospitality and connecting with people
Strive to exceed guest expectations nightly
Commitment to on-going education and growth, both professionally and personally
Passion for community and a work culture that supports sustainability and a local network of purveyors
Strong knowledge of the food and beverage world
Professional, polished, dependable, and focused
Organized and detail oriented
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
Respectful and kind towards co-workers of all levels
Ability to communicate effectively
Ambitious and self-motivated
Full time flexibility and availability What you can expect from us: Independently owned and operated business with hands-on approach
A positive, supportive, and inclusive work environment
Stability and strong communication
Professional co-workers and management teams dedicated to your success
Genuine enthusiasm for sustainability and community
Hands on learning with a thoughtful and diverse menu and beverage program
Upward mobility and growth opportunities

Accolades:

JBF Best Chef Southeast (2009)

• Chef Mike Lata, FIG Restaurant
  JBF Best Chef Southeast (2015)
• Chef Jason Stanhope, FIG Restaurant
  JBF Outstanding Wine Program (2018)
• FIG Restaurant
  JBF Outstanding Restaurant Finalist (2019 & 2020)
• FIG Restaurant
  JBF Outstanding Chef Semi-finalist (2017 & 2018)
• Chef Mike Lata
  JBF Best New Restaurant Finalist (2013)
• The Ordinary
  Best New Restaurant GQ, Esquire, Bon Appetit (2013)
• The Ordinary
  Slow Food Legend Award
• Chef Mike Lata
  Eater National 38
• FIG Restaurant
  GoodFood 100 (6 rings)

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FIG & The Ordinary Compensation:

Based on experience

Perks & Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits plans including health insurance with company contribution; dental, vision and life insurance
Paid Vacation
Incentive programs
Assistance obtaining Sommelier and/or Cicerone certification Dining discounts
Daily Meal
Closed for major holidays
Closed two days a week (Sunday and Monday)

Compensation Details Compensation:

Salary (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks:

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts Gallery
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