Busser

Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant brand widely recognized for its warm hospitality and delicious Italian cuisine. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden has established itself as a leading casual dining establishment, known for creating memorable dining experiences for guests across numerous locations. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment often described as a family. Emphasizing values such as teamwork, respect, and continuous growth, Olive Garden not only offers great food but also a great place to work where every team member’s contribution is appreciated and celebrated.

Joining Olive Garden means joining a winning family that values flexibility and work-life balance. The company offers flexible schedules to help team members manage personal responsibilities such as school, childcare, or family care. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, and medical and dental insurance options. Moreover, the company incentivizes longevity and commitment with anniversary pay and a 401(k) savings plan featuring company matching after one year of service. Olive Garden also invests in the ongoing training and development of its employees, helping them build critical skills for current roles and future advancement opportunities. Over 50% of managers at Olive Garden started in hourly positions, highlighting the strong career growth potential within the restaurant.

The role available is for a busser, an essential position within the restaurant’s front-of-house team. Bussers play a major role in ensuring guest satisfaction by maintaining a clean, sanitary, and welcoming dining environment. This role involves assisting servers by quickly clearing and resetting tables, ensuring dining areas are consistently clean and disinfected, and supporting the overall flow of service. Besides keeping the restaurant spotless and safe, bussers contribute directly to creating positive guest experiences through their attentiveness and teamwork.

The position is offered with an hourly pay rate of $9 per hour, plus tips, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking a part-time or full-time position with flexible hours. Additional benefits include free employee meals, weekly pay, discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics, and a strong emphasis on safety and sanitation standards to protect both team members and guests. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, care about cleanliness and guest service, and are looking to grow their career in the hospitality industry.

By joining Olive Garden as a busser, you become part of a collaborative, family-oriented team committed to excellence and guest delight. You’ll have the chance to develop valuable skills, access extensive training, and possibly advance into management roles. Olive Garden’s commitment to employee wellness and inclusive culture ensures a supportive workplace where your contributions truly matter. We welcome you to bring your energy, passion, and dedication to Olive Garden and become the newest valuable member of our family.