1. Plural of headwaiter; senior waiters who supervise other waitstaff and manage dining room operations in a restaurant or hotel.
Usage: Commonly used in formal dining establishments; Also called 'maître d'' or 'maître d'hôtel' in fine dining contexts

Examples

• The headwaiters at the upscale restaurant greeted guests with impeccable courtesy.
• During the dinner service, the headwaiters coordinated the timing of each course.
• The hotel hired two experienced headwaiters to oversee the banquet hall.
• Headwaiters are responsible for training junior staff members.
• The headwaiters ensured that every table received prompt and attentive service.