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Olive Garden is a well-known restaurant brand celebrated for its warm hospitality, delicious Italian-inspired cuisine, and inviting dining atmosphere. As a leading player in the casual dining sector, Olive Garden is dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences and maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service. This establishment has a long-standing reputation for being a friendly place where guests feel like family, and the team members share a sense of community and pride in their work. Olive Garden focuses on creating an inclusive work environment with opportunities for career growth and development, making it an employer of choice in the hospitality industry. This position as a host at Olive Garden is crucial for shaping the guests' first and lasting impressions of the restaurant. Hosts at Olive Garden serve as the friendly face of the dining experience, welcoming guests with a warm smile and engaging in genuine, courteous conversations. The role involves creating a welcoming and safe environment that enhances the overall dining experience for guests. Hosts are responsible for ensuring that sanitation and cleanliness standards are consistently met by regularly sanitizing and disinfecting guest and team member touchpoints. Hospitality and attention to detail are key components of this role, as hosts guide guests to clean and comfortable tables, present menus, and offer thoughtful suggestions that can further enhance the meal. In addition to greet and seating responsibilities, hosts play an essential role in fostering guest loyalty. They accomplish this by providing impeccable customer service and showing genuine appreciation when guests leave. Saying thank you, wishing them well, and inviting guests back help build a sense of connection and encourage repeat visits. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working collaboratively in a dynamic team environment while helping create memorable customer experiences. Olive Garden offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate employees' personal commitments such as school, childcare, and family care, making it easier to balance work and life. Pay is variable depending on the location, and there are competitive weekly pay schedules and additional incentives such as anniversary pay. The company values its team members by providing paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match after a year. There are also opportunities for career advancement, with more than half of the management team being promoted from hourly positions, which reflects Olive Garden’s commitment to internal growth and employee development. Team members also benefit from ongoing training that builds critical skills for current and future roles. Additional perks include discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Olive Garden is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy work environment, aligning with the highest sanitation and safety standards to protect both employees and guests. Overall, this role offers a balanced combination of professional growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to be part of a supportive, family-oriented company culture where every team member’s contribution matters.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• ability to provide excellent customer service
• strong communication skills
• availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• ability to stand for extended periods
• teamwork and collaboration
• commitment to safety and sanitation protocols