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Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. Known for its warm, inviting atmosphere and high standards of service, Olive Garden has cultivated a family-friendly dining experience that has earned it a loyal customer base across the nation. Offering a combination of delicious food, exceptional service, and a comfortable environment, Olive Garden prioritizes the health, safety, and satisfaction of both its guests and team members. This commitment is reflected in their stringent safety and sanitation protocols, ensuring a clean and welcoming restaurant environment, which remains a top priority amidst evolving health guidelines. Olive Garden is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow their careers. The Host role at Olive Garden is an essential position that forms the first and lasting impression for guests. As the initial point of contact for diners, hosts create a warm and inviting atmosphere with their friendly demeanor and professionalism. The position requires actively managing the flow of guests, hosting them with genuine hospitality, and maintaining a safe and sanitized environment in compliance with health and safety standards. This role combines customer service skills with operational responsibilities to ensure guests feel valued and welcomed throughout their dining experience. Hosts are responsible for guiding guests to their tables efficiently, providing clean menus, and offering dining suggestions to enhance the overall experience. They play a vital role in fostering customer loyalty by delivering personalized attention and ensuring the dining experience is smooth from arrival to departure. Closing the guest experience with a sincere thank-you and inviting guests to return reinforces Olive Garden's family-centric approach. Employment with Olive Garden offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $16.50 to $19 per hour, based on experience and location. This full-time or part-time position includes a variety of attractive benefits designed to support employees' work-life balance and personal development. The benefits package includes flexible scheduling to accommodate school, childcare, and family commitments, free employee meals with a limited menu, and weekly pay to provide financial stability. Employees earn anniversary pay in recognition of their loyalty and dedication. Olive Garden values its employees' well-being by providing paid sick leave accrued at one hour for every 30 hours worked, paid family and medical leave after one year of service, and access to medical and dental insurance plans. Ongoing training opportunities ensure that team members develop critical skills useful for the current role and future advancement. Additionally, employees benefit from discounts on essentials such as cellphones, travel, and electronics, plus a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after a year of service. Career advancement is a key highlight at Olive Garden, with over 50% of management positions filled by promoting hourly team members. This focus on internal growth demonstrates the company’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing talent from within its ranks. The Host position provides a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing management or other operational roles in the hospitality industry. Overall, Olive Garden’s Host role is more than just greeting and seating guests; it embodies the spirit of hospitality, teamwork, and dedication to creating memorable dining experiences. Working at Olive Garden means becoming part of a family that values respect, growth, and customer satisfaction, making it an excellent choice for individuals passionate about service and eager to grow their careers in the restaurant industry.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service