Host/Hostess (Fine Dining-Dallas)

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood - is a renowned upscale seafood restaurant known for its commitment to culinary excellence and sustainable seafood. Since opening its doors in 1992, Truluck's has built a strong reputation for offering guests not just outstanding food and drinks but also an exceptional hospitality experience grounded in Southern charm and professionalism. Located in the vibrant Dallas Uptown area, this establishment focuses on delivering exhilarating moments and lasting memories to every guest that walks in. The company’s core values emphasize Culinary Excellence, Sustainable Seafood, Southern Hospitality, Company Culture, and Philanthropy, which collectively define the Truluck's experience and workplace culture.

As a host or hostess at Truluck's Dallas Uptown location, your role is pivotal in setting the tone for each guest’s visit. You will be the welcoming face of the restaurant, ensuring that every patron feels valued, comfortable, and well-attended from the moment they arrive. This position demands a blend of politeness, enthusiasm, and organizational skills coupled with the ability to multitask efficiently under pressure. Hosts and hostesses need to communicate clearly and professionally with guests and co-workers, maintaining a high level of courtesy regardless of the situation. Familiarity with the OpenTable reservation system is essential, as is maintaining professional phone etiquette when managing reservation inquiries and guest communications.

The host or hostess will play a key role in supporting the flow of the restaurant by greeting and seating guests promptly, managing wait times transparently, and maintaining an orderly and inviting front entrance area. Beyond these primary tasks, the role includes duties such as assisting in table maintenance, staying up to date on promotional events, and effectively communicating guest requests or special occasions to servers and leadership to enhance the personalized hospitality offered. The position offers a competitive wage ranging from $17.00 to $21.00 per hour, reflecting the value placed on exceptional guest relations and the professional standards upheld by Truluck's.

Truluck’s provides a workplace culture that celebrates performance and growth, encouraging employees with opportunities for promotion and pay increases based on merit. Employees benefit from continued education that expands their knowledge of culinary arts and wine, contributing to personal and professional development. Additional benefits include daily shift meals, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, an employee discount program, paid time off, and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance. This employment opportunity is ideal for individuals who take pride in delivering outstanding hospitality and who thrive in a dynamic and supportive restaurant environment.