What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maitre D position at Albi?
Albi is seeking a Maitre D and hosts who are highly motivated and passionate about hospitality. We are looking for an experienced prefessional who can lead the host team with a high level of anticipation & awareness to create a team-based, confident, warm, & personal service.
Albi is the nationally recognized debut restaurant from chef/owner Michael Rafidi.
Chef Rafidi takes inspiration from his family’s Palestinian roots, bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region’s coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal, Mid-Atlantic ingredients and a refined culinary acumen.
Since opening, the dual concept venture has attracted significant critical attention, earning inclusion on national Best New Restaurant lists in Eater, Robb Report and Esquire, was named Eater DC's Restaurant of the Year, and mentioned as one of the best bakeries in Washington, DC by Food & Wine Magazine. In 2022, Albi was awarded One Star Michelin and in 2024, Chef Michael was awarded Outstanding Chef by the James Beard Foundation.
Candidate requirements:
Maintain high service standards in an apporoachable fine dining environment
Acute attention to detail with guests
Display genuine warmth and a welcoming demeanor
Efficient multi-tasking with a sense of urgency coupled with calm
Full commitment to hospitality
Confident decision making under pressure
Strong food and beverage knowledge
Supporting fellow front of house team members
Albi is the nationally recognized debut restaurant from chef/owner Michael Rafidi.
Chef Rafidi takes inspiration from his family’s Palestinian roots, bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region’s coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal, Mid-Atlantic ingredients and a refined culinary acumen.
Since opening, the dual concept venture has attracted significant critical attention, earning inclusion on national Best New Restaurant lists in Eater, Robb Report and Esquire, was named Eater DC's Restaurant of the Year, and mentioned as one of the best bakeries in Washington, DC by Food & Wine Magazine. In 2022, Albi was awarded One Star Michelin and in 2024, Chef Michael was awarded Outstanding Chef by the James Beard Foundation.
Candidate requirements:
Maintain high service standards in an apporoachable fine dining environment
Acute attention to detail with guests
Display genuine warmth and a welcoming demeanor
Efficient multi-tasking with a sense of urgency coupled with calm
Full commitment to hospitality
Confident decision making under pressure
Strong food and beverage knowledge
Supporting fellow front of house team members
Benefits:
- 100% Company-paid medical benefits
- Paid sick leave
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Educational opportunities
- Certifications
- Dining Discount at YELLOW Albi
- 401K match program
Albi offers excellent benefits including group health insurance (eligible after 60 days), 401k (eligible after 1 year), and opportunities to evolve with the company.
Salary : $20 - $28
