Maitre D

Shuka, led by Chef/Partner Ayesha Nurdjaja, is looking for a passionate Maître d' to join our hospitality team!

Located in the heart of SoHo, Shuka has become a cornerstone of the neighborhood — a welcoming spot where the energy of the block meets the vibrant flavors of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. Every dish bursts with layered, nuanced flavors, crafted with responsibly sourced ingredients from local farms and the greenmarket. We proudly serve lunch, dinner, and brunch. Celebrated for its bold, abundant style of dining, Shuka set the stage as the inspiration for its sister restaurant, Shukette.

Chef Ayesha brings her dynamic perspective and love of shareable dishes, shaped by her extensive travels and culinary roots. At Shuka, meals are designed to feel generous, flavorful, and deeply connected to the markets and farms that sustain us. The hospitality team plays a vital role in bringing this vision to the guest — ensuring service that is warm, attentive, and as memorable as the food itself.

Shuka is part of The Bowery Group (Cookshop, Rosie’s, Shukette, Vic’s), a group of restaurants recognized with accolades such as James Beard nominations, New York Times “Top 10 New Restaurants of 2021,” and numerous features in leading publications. Across our group, we are committed to supporting small farms, highlighting seasonal produce, and bringing guests honest, respectfully produced cuisine at peak freshness.

If you’re excited about vibrant flavors, seasonal cooking, and creating outstanding guest experiences, we’d love to welcome you to the Shuka team.

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm and professional first point of contact for all guests
• Manage reservations, walk-ins, and waitlists while maintaining optimal seating flow
• Communicate wait times and table status clearly and graciously
• Coordinate large party reservations and special accommodations with management
• Supervise and support the host team to ensure service standards are maintained
• Work collaboratively with management and the dining room team to maximize covers while prioritizing guest experience
• Maintain accuracy and organization within the reservation platform and guest database
  

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a  Maître d' or lead host in a high-volume, fine dining restaurant
• Strong hospitality instincts and guest engagement skills
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced service environment
• Experience with Resy or similar reservation systems preferred
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to bend, reach, and move throughout the restaurant as needed

Benefits we offer:

• Paid Time Off
• Transit Benefits
• Dining Discounts
• Shared Medical Plan
• Professional Career Development

This position requires daytime hours, evening hours and weekends with flexible availability. 

Shuka provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.