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Olive Garden is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. With a commitment to creating a warm and welcoming dining atmosphere, Olive Garden emphasizes high standards for health, safety, and guest satisfaction. The company values its team members as family and is dedicated to providing a supportive work environment and opportunities for career advancement. Known for its delicious menu and inviting ambiance, Olive Garden continually strives to enhance the dining experience through excellent customer service and operational excellence. The role of the Host at Olive Garden is vital in delivering the first point of contact and lasting impression for guests. Hosts serve an essential function in setting the tone of the guest experience with their warm smile, friendly conversations, and attention to detail. They are responsible for greeting guests promptly, ensuring that the environment is clean and sanitized according to the highest safety and sanitation standards, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere throughout the dining space. This position involves guiding guests to their tables, presenting clean menus, providing helpful suggestions to enhance the dining experience, and making loyal guests feel valued and comfortable. Hosts are also tasked with managing guest flow and seating arrangements efficiently to optimize restaurant operations during peak times. Beyond direct guest interactions, Hosts ensure that regular cleaning and sanitizing of guest and team member touchpoints are completed to maintain a safe environment. They also contribute to the overall guest satisfaction by sincerely thanking guests on their departure, wishing them well, and inviting them to return in the future. This role requires a friendly demeanor, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Olive Garden offers flexible schedules, competitive hourly wages ranging from $15 to $16 per hour, and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match. There are numerous opportunities for career growth, as more than half of the managers are promoted from hourly positions. Working at Olive Garden means joining a company that treats its employees as part of a family. The company promotes ongoing training to build critical skills for current and future roles and offers various discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Part-time and full-time employees benefit from weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid family and medical leave, and free employee meals (with limited menu options). Olive Garden is committed to creating a positive and nurturing workplace where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. If you are passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to a respected brand focused on quality and care, the Host role at Olive Garden presents a wonderful opportunity to grow your career in the vibrant restaurant industry.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly and positive attitude
• Availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Willingness to adhere to safety and sanitation standards