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Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain famous for its Italian-inspired cuisine and warm, inviting atmosphere. With a commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience, Olive Garden prides itself on its high standards for food quality, customer service, and cleanliness. The company fosters a family-friendly environment where team members are valued and given opportunities for growth and advancement. Olive Garden offers flexible schedules to accommodate life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care, making it a preferred employer for many seeking a balanced work-life environment. The restaurant also invests in ongoing training, ensuring that team members develop critical skills for current and future roles and supporting career advancement opportunities, particularly in management roles where over 50% of managers are promoted from hourly positions. As a Host at Olive Garden, you become the face of the restaurant, greeting and welcoming guests with a warm smile and friendly demeanor. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the first and lasting impressions guests have of the restaurant. Hosts are responsible for creating a welcoming, safe, and clean environment through regular sanitation of guest and team member touch points. The role involves guiding guests to their tables efficiently, presenting menus thoughtfully, and offering suggestions to enhance their dining experience. A key aspect of this role is ensuring guest satisfaction by finishing their visit with a genuine thank you and invitation to return, reinforcing the Olive Garden family atmosphere. This hourly position offers a competitive wage ranging from $16.50 to $18.00 per hour and provides numerous benefits including paid sick leave, family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, and more. Olive Garden fosters a culture of appreciation through perks like free employee meals on a limited menu, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics. The company’s relentless focus on safety and sanitation ensures the well-being of both guests and employees, reflecting a core value of health and wellness. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a dedicated family that values teamwork, respect, and growth.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
• excellent communication skills
• friendly and approachable personality
• ability to stand for extended periods
• willingness to follow health and safety protocols
• team player mentality