Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $11.41
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
Employee Discounts
401K Savings Plan
Management career advancement

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain famous for its delicious Italian cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. Known for its family-friendly environment and excellent service, Olive Garden emphasizes the importance of quality, hospitality, and safety in all aspects of its operations. The company has built a strong reputation by offering guests a memorable dining experience filled with authentic flavors and a warm, inviting ambiance. Olive Garden is committed to creating a supportive workplace where employees are valued and provided with opportunities for growth and development. Their inclusive culture promotes teamwork, respect, and ongoing learning, making it an exciting place to build a career in the food service industry.

The position available is for a Busser, a vital role within the restaurant team that supports servers and helps maintain the cleanliness and organization of the dining area. This job is hourly paid at $11.41 per hour plus tips, reflecting the company’s commitment to fairly compensating its team members. As a Busser at Olive Garden, you will be responsible for ensuring the dining environment is spotless, sanitized, and welcoming for all guests. This role focuses on supporting the front-of-house operations by clearing tables, assisting servers, and adhering strictly to all health and safety protocols.

The Busser's responsibilities include promptly clearing and resetting tables, assisting servers with guest needs, and maintaining sanitation standards to guarantee guest safety and comfort. The position requires attention to detail, team collaboration, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing the cleanliness and safety of the restaurant. Olive Garden places high importance on the health and wellness of its staff and guests, ensuring all operational standards align with the best practices for restaurant sanitation and safety.

Olive Garden offers flexible scheduling to accommodate employees’ various life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care. Employees enjoy a range of benefits including free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, and paid family and medical leave. The company also provides medical and dental insurance options, ongoing training programs aimed at skill building for current and future roles, and discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Additionally, Olive Garden supports its employees with a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service and promotes internal career advancement opportunities, with over half of their managers starting from hourly positions.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a team-oriented, customer-focused environment and are passionate about contributing to a positive dining experience. By joining Olive Garden, you become part of a family that values dedication, safety, and guest satisfaction. The company’s commitment to the highest standards of safety, sanitation, and wellness creates a safe workplace for everyone. If you are motivated by delivering excellent service and maintaining a clean, organized restaurant atmosphere, Olive Garden welcomes you to join their winning family.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • availability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
  • physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • commitment to maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • excellent interpersonal skills
  • willingness to work as part of a team

Job Qualifications

  • customer service experience
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong attention to detail
  • teamwork skills
  • good communication skills
  • ability to follow health and safety guidelines
  • prior experience in hospitality or food service preferred

Job Duties

  • clearing and resetting tables promptly
  • assisting servers with guest needs
  • maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas
  • adhering to health and safety protocols
  • supporting the overall guest experience by ensuring a welcoming environment
  • collaborating with team members to maintain restaurant standards
  • restocking dining area supplies

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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