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Olive Garden is a well-established and renowned Italian restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, delicious cuisine, and welcoming atmosphere. With hundreds of locations across the United States, Olive Garden has built a reputation for delivering an exceptional dining experience that combines traditional Italian recipes with modern American tastes. It is a part of the Darden Restaurants group, which is recognized for maintaining high standards in food quality, customer service, and workplace culture. The company prides itself on its inclusive environment where every team member is considered part of the Olive Garden family. This role is for a Host position at Olive Garden, offering variable pay depending on location. As the guest's first point of contact, the Host plays a crucial role in setting the tone for a memorable dining experience. The employment is flexible, accommodating those with school, childcare, or other life commitments, making it ideal for students, parents, or anyone seeking work-life balance. Along with a variable salary structure, the position includes numerous benefits designed to support both personal and professional growth. The Host at Olive Garden engages guests with a warm smile and friendly conversation, creating a welcoming environment from the moment guests enter the restaurant. This role involves greeting guests, managing reservations, seating guests efficiently, and helping maintain a clean and sanitized environment throughout the dining area to ensure the health and safety of all guests and team members. Olive Garden prioritizes safety and wellness, committing to the highest standards of sanitation and cleanliness. Beyond guest interaction, the Host also collaborates with other team members to ensure smooth operation, helping to foster a team-oriented workplace. The role requires attentiveness, enthusiasm, and a genuine desire to leave guests with a positive impression that encourages repeat visits. Hosts are trained to offer menu suggestions and guide guests through the dining experience. Upon departure, the Host ensures the guests leave with a fond farewell and an invitation to return, embodying Olive Garden's philosophy that all are family. Olive Garden offers a wide range of comprehensive benefits for Hosts including flexible schedules, free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave accrued from the start, paid family and medical leave after one year of service, medical and dental insurance, ongoing training for skill development, and discounts on various products and services like cellphones and travel. Additionally, the restaurant supports career advancement opportunities within management, promoting more than half of its managers from hourly positions. The company also provides a 401(k) savings plan with a company match after one year. This position is not only a job but an opportunity to be part of a team that values respect, collaboration, and growth. Olive Garden hosts are integral in maintaining the atmosphere and operational efficiency that define the dining experience for which Olive Garden is known. If you're looking to join a dedicated and supportive team with room for professional growth in a flexible and family-friendly environment, Olive Garden welcomes you to join their family.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• prior experience in customer service or hospitality preferred
• ability to maintain a professional appearance
• strong communication skills
• ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• must be at least 18 years old
• availability to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays