Busser - flexible schedules
Posted on October 24, 2025
Olive Garden is a renowned family-style Italian restaurant chain widely recognized for its warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere, and delicious Italian cuisine. As part of the Darden Restaurants group, Olive Garden emphasizes a culture of inclusivity, teamwork, and commitment to customer satisfaction. The company operates numerous locations across the country, each dedicated to providing a memorable dining experience through exceptional service and quality food. Olive Garden prides itself on being more than just a restaurant - it is a place where employees are treated like family, offered opportunities for growth, and supported with comprehensive benefits. The work environment fosters collaboration and personal development, recognizing that its success is built on the dedication of its team members. Olive Garden is currently hiring bussers to join its family, offering an hourly wage of $16.50 plus tips and a variety of benefits. 
Working as a busser at Olive Garden means playing an essential role in delivering outstanding guest experiences by maintaining a spotless, sanitized, and welcoming dining environment. Bussers assist servers by clearing and resetting tables promptly, ensuring the dining room remains an inviting space for guests to enjoy their meals comfortably. This role requires a high level of attention to cleanliness, safety protocols, and team collaboration to meet the company’s strict sanitation and safety standards. Bussers support the service staff by anticipating guest needs, replenishing beverages, and helping maintain overall restaurant efficiency. Olive Garden values bussers who are proactive, enthusiastic about customer service, and committed to contributing to the team’s success. Beyond the immediate job functions, bussers at Olive Garden benefit from flexible scheduling designed to accommodate personal commitments such as school or family care, weekly pay, door-to-door training for skill enhancement, and opportunities for career advancement within the company. Olive Garden also demonstrates care for employees with its paid sick leave, family and medical leave policies, and comprehensive medical and dental insurance options. The company’s culture of promoting from within means over half of its management team started in hourly positions, emphasizing growth potential and long-term career paths for bussers interested in pursuing leadership roles. Joining Olive Garden as a busser offers not only a competitive pay package but also a supportive environment where employees are appreciated, trained, and encouraged to develop their skills while offering outstanding dining experiences to guests.
                - High school diploma or equivalent
 - ability to stand and walk for extended periods
 - ability to lift moderate weight
 - willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends
 - adherence to safety and hygiene standards
 - reliable and punctual
 - ability to take direction and work independently