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Olive Garden is a leading Italian restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, authentic dishes, and inviting atmosphere. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden prides itself on creating memorable dining experiences for guests through excellent service and quality food. The company places a strong emphasis on teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement, fostering a supportive work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow. With thousands of locations across the United States and abroad, Olive Garden remains a favorite dining destination for families and friends alike, offering a menu rich in classic Italian flavors and comfort food. The restaurant is committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety, ensuring guests and employees alike feel comfortable and secure during their visit. For this position, Olive Garden is offering a variable pay rate depending on the location, reflecting local market conditions and living costs. The employment type is typically part-time or full-time hourly roles, ideal for individuals seeking flexible work schedules that accommodate other life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care responsibilities. The role of Host at Olive Garden is a vital entry-level position responsible for creating the guests' first and lasting impression. Hosts serve as the warm and friendly faces welcoming guests into the restaurant, ensuring a positive dining atmosphere from beginning to end. Key responsibilities include greeting and seating guests promptly, maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of guest areas, managing waitlists, and handling customer inquiries. Hosts play an essential role in upholding Olive Garden's reputation for exceptional service by delivering courteous and engaging interactions that enhance the overall guest experience. Beyond the core duties, Olive Garden provides ongoing training opportunities to help hosts build critical skills necessary for career advancement within the company. This position offers opportunities for growth as more than 50% of Olive Garden's managers are promoted from hourly positions, making it a great pathway for those interested in long-term career development in the hospitality industry. Olive Garden also demonstrates a strong commitment to employee well-being by offering a comprehensive benefits package. These benefits include flexible scheduling, free employee meals on a limited menu, weekly pay, paid sick leave accruing from day one, paid family and medical leave after one year of service, and medical/dental insurance options. Furthermore, employees enjoy discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more, along with a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year. The company values and rewards employee loyalty through anniversary pay and ongoing recognition programs. Working as a host at Olive Garden is not just a job; it's joining a community that values each member like family. The company fosters a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where team members are supported in delivering excellent guest service while enjoying a range of benefits and career opportunities. If you have a friendly demeanor, a passion for customer service, and a desire to be part of a respected restaurant chain, Olive Garden invites you to become part of their winning family and help create memorable dining experiences every day.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
• willing to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
• ability to stand for extended periods
• must be at least 16 years old