Assistant Maître D’

Job Description

The Assistant Maître D’ supports the restaurant leadership team in delivering polished, attentive dining service at Fairmont Southampton. Requirements typically include previous experience in a luxury hotel or upscale restaurant, strong knowledge of food and beverage service, excellent communication skills, and the ability to coordinate seating, reservations, servers, and guest requests. The successful candidate is expected to lead by example, maintain service standards, resolve concerns professionally, assist with staff training, and work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. A warm personality, professional appearance, attention to detail, and legal eligibility to work in Bermuda are important.

Company Info

Fairmont Southampton is a luxury resort operated under the Fairmont brand, part of Accor, a leading international hospitality group. Located on Bermuda’s South Shore, the resort is known for its scenic setting, extensive guest facilities, restaurants, event spaces, and high-end service. Fairmont properties generally emphasize genuine hospitality, elegant dining, personalized guest experiences, and professional development for employees. The Southampton resort has historically been one of Bermuda’s major tourism employers and has supported careers across food and beverage, rooms, culinary, events, engineering, and administration. Staff working at the property are expected to uphold Fairmont’s service standards while providing the friendly, polished hospitality associated with Bermuda. Employment packages may include benefits or assistance related to relocation, although these vary by position and work-permit arrangements.

Destination Guide

Bermuda offers employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, restaurants, finance, insurance, construction, healthcare, education, and professional services. Its culture blends British, African, Caribbean, Portuguese, and international influences, with a strong emphasis on courtesy, community, and outdoor living. Residents enjoy beaches, sailing, diving, golf, water sports, and a mild subtropical climate. Housing and everyday expenses are high, and accommodation should be arranged carefully before relocating. Bermuda generally restricts foreign workers from taking local jobs unless employers obtain approval and demonstrate that the role cannot be filled by a qualified Bermudian or eligible resident. A work permit is normally required before employment begins, and the employer usually manages the application. Applicants should confirm permit eligibility, contract terms, housing, healthcare, transportation, and relocation support. Motor vehicles are regulated, so scooters, buses, and ferries are commonly used.