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Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain recognized for its warm Italian hospitality, delicious menu offerings, and commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences. As a part of a large family of restaurants under the Darden Restaurants umbrella, Olive Garden emphasizes a work culture rooted in teamwork, respect, and career growth opportunities. The restaurant brand is well-known across the United States and abroad for its inviting atmosphere, high-quality food, and dedication to customer satisfaction. Employees at Olive Garden are valued as part of a supportive team that fosters personal and professional development while promoting work-life balance and wellness. With a focus on high safety and sanitation standards, Olive Garden ensures a clean and safe environment for both guests and team members. The host role at Olive Garden is pivotal in creating an exceptional first and lasting impression for guests. As a host, you are the face of the restaurant, greeting each guest with a warm smile and engaging, friendly conversation. This role involves managing the flow of guests arriving at the restaurant, guiding them to their tables with care, and presenting clean menus to enhance their dining experience. Hosts also maintain critical touchpoints in the restaurant, ensuring areas are regularly sanitized and disinfected, thus upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Beyond seating guests, a host at Olive Garden serves as a hospitality ambassador, offering helpful suggestions and genuinely thanking guests for their visit, encouraging repeat visits. This position supports the team’s goal to build strong guest loyalty through positive interactions and attentiveness. Working at Olive Garden comes with benefits designed to support employees' needs and future goals. The company provides flexible work schedules to accommodate life outside of work, including school and family commitments. Employees enjoy complimentary meals from a selected menu during shifts, and receive weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave that accrues from the first day of employment. Beyond basic health coverage, Olive Garden offers paid family and medical leave after one year of service, medical and dental insurance plans, and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year. The company also invests in ongoing training to build critical skills for current roles and future career advancement. Discounts on a range of products and services including cellphones, travel, and electronics are part of the benefits package. Many managers rise through the ranks from hourly positions, reflecting Olive Garden’s dedication to career advancement and internal promotion. This makes the restaurant an excellent place for those motivated to grow their hospitality career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• ability to stand for extended periods
• flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• strong communication skills
• ability to work in a team environment
• commitment to uphold safety and sanitation standards
• previous hospitality experience is a plus