Maitre'd

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Brought to you by Hi Noon Hospitality—the team behind Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food—Pinyon is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant opening in Old Town Scottsdale. Inspired by journeys across Turkey, Italy, France, Malta, Greece, Spain, and Morocco, the name reflects a deep connection to the region’s vibrant food culture and heritage. Set along the park with a welcoming patio for alfresco dining, Pinyon invites guests to linger over a cocktail or a lively spritz while enjoying house-made pita, crudos, pasta, seasonal salads, and an ever-changing array of spreads and dips alongside dishes cooked over open flame—celebrating flavors from Barcelona to Malta while uniting the best global ingredients and time-honored techniques to bring a fresh, sophisticated dining experience to the community.

Position Overview :

The Maitre’d sets the tone for the entire guest experience. As the first and last point of contact, you will lead the front desk with poise, warmth, and precision. Beyond greeting and seating, you will orchestrate the flow of the dining room, manage reservations (SevenRooms), and collaborate with the service team to ensure that every guest enjoys a seamless, memorable visit. This is not simply a host role, it is a leadership position that requires a confident presence, hospitality finesse, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, elevated environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Welcome every guest with grace and professionalism, setting the stage for an exceptional dining experience.
• Oversee reservations and guest flow, ensuring efficient and balanced seating for optimal service.
• Anticipate guest needs and manage VIP experiences with discretion and care.
• Serve as a communication hub between front-of-house and back-of-house to maintain smooth operations.
• Support the others hosts, modeling elevated service standards at all times.
• Handle guest concerns with empathy, professionalism, and swift resolution.
• Uphold an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality consistent with Pinyon’s coastal Mediterranean spirit.

Qualifications

Why Work at Pinyon?

Benefits & Perks :

How to Apply

Interested? Sign up on our website to join the Pinyon team — we’re compiling interest now and will reach out when hiring begins.

Join a passionate team bringing the fire and soul of Mediterranean coastal cuisine to life.

Requirements :

E-Verify Requirement : Arizona mandates that all employers use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires.