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Olive Garden is a prominent and beloved casual dining restaurant chain known for its delicious Italian-American cuisine and warm, inviting atmosphere. As a widely recognized brand within the restaurant industry, Olive Garden prides itself on providing an exceptional dining experience that combines great food with friendly service. With numerous locations across the country, Olive Garden is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for guests and fostering a supportive workplace culture where employees feel valued and empowered. The company has cultivated a strong reputation for quality, hospitality, and community engagement, making Olive Garden a preferred destination for both new and loyal customers alike. This specific role is for the position of Host at Olive Garden, where the primary responsibility is to create the guests' first and lasting impression. Hosts play a crucial role in setting the tone of the dining experience by greeting guests warmly, managing seating arrangements efficiently, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety throughout the restaurant. This position offers flexible schedules to accommodate various life commitments such as schooling, childcare, or family care, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking a balanced work-life environment. Additionally, the compensation for this role is variable by location, providing competitive pay that reflects the local market. The host position is integral to the overall success of the restaurant and functions as the welcoming face of Olive Garden. Hosts are expected to uphold the company’s commitment to health and safety by ensuring regular sanitation of guest and team member touch points. Furthermore, Olive Garden offers extensive benefits for its employees, including free employee meals with a limited menu, weekly pay, and anniversary pay awards. Paid sick leave is granted at the rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, with accrual starting upon hire. After one year of service, employees are eligible for paid family and medical leave of up to two weeks. The company also provides medical and dental insurance to support the health and well-being of its team members. With ongoing training programs, employees have opportunities to develop critical skills that prepare them for current responsibilities and future career advancement. Employees benefit from discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and many other products and services. Olive Garden also offers a 401(k) savings plan with a company match after one year of service, enabling team members to plan for their financial future. Management career advancement opportunities are abundant, with over half of managers promoted from hourly positions, demonstrating Olive Garden's dedication to internal growth and employee success. At Olive Garden, teamwork and dedication are valued highly, and the company fosters a family-like atmosphere where each employee's contribution is recognized. Hosts are prominent members of this family, responsible not only for seating guests but for enhancing their entire dining experience. This includes providing clean menus, assisting with menu suggestions, and warmly thanking guests as they leave, seamlessly completing the dining journey. If you are passionate about hospitality, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to creating memorable guest experiences, this position with Olive Garden is an outstanding career opportunity to grow within a respected and supportive organization.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to greet guests with a warm and friendly demeanor
• Capable of managing multiple seating requests simultaneously
• Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions carefully