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Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant specializing in Italian-American cuisine, with a strong commitment to quality food, exceptional service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its signature dishes such as freshly made pasta, soups, salads, and delicious desserts, Olive Garden has built a loyal customer base through its dedication to providing memorable dining experiences. As part of a larger family of restaurants, Olive Garden emphasizes a culture of belonging, teamwork, and growth opportunities for its employees, making it a popular choice for those seeking employment in the hospitality industry. This position is for a Host at Olive Garden, where pay will vary by location. A Host is essential in shaping the guests' first and lasting impressions as they enter the restaurant. The role involves creating a welcoming and safe environment, ensuring cleanliness through frequent sanitization, and managing seating arrangements efficiently. Hosts at Olive Garden take pride in their role of enhancing the dining experience by greeting guests with warm smiles, guiding them to their tables, and presenting clean menus. They also play an important role in encouraging repeat visits by genuinely thanking guests and bidding them farewell with invitations to return. Beyond guest interaction, the Host contributes to the overall smooth operation of the restaurant, collaborating closely with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams. Olive Garden supports its team members with a variety of benefits and career development opportunities. Employees enjoy flexible schedules to accommodate life’s other commitments such as school or family care. Weekly pay, anniversary pay, and meal discounts are part of the compensation package. Paid sick leave accrues from the start of employment, and after a year, employees become eligible for paid family and medical leave. Comprehensive medical and dental insurance options enhance the overall benefits. Olive Garden values ongoing training to help employees build critical skills relevant for current and future roles. Additionally, there are discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. The restaurant also provides a 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year of service. Career advancement is strongly encouraged, with over 50% of managers having been promoted from hourly positions, highlighting Olive Garden’s commitment to growing its internal talent. Health and safety remain top priorities at Olive Garden to protect both team members and guests. Rigorous safety and sanitation standards are maintained to ensure a clean and healthy environment. The restaurant continuously monitors team wellness to support a safe working environment, which reflects its dedication to responsible hospitality. Joining Olive Garden as a Host is more than taking a job; it is about becoming part of a family that values respect, professionalism, and community. If you are passionate about hospitality and eager to provide excellent guest experiences, Olive Garden offers a supportive environment where you can develop personally and professionally. The Host role is critical in representing these values every day by delivering outstanding service with kindness and attention to detail. Olive Garden looks forward to welcoming new team members who are excited to contribute to this thriving and supportive restaurant community.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• ability to greet guests warmly and maintain professionalism
• capacity to stand for extended periods
• availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• strong communication skills
• commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards