Busser

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain widely recognized for its warm Italian hospitality and quality cuisine. As part of Darden Restaurants, Inc., Olive Garden has built a reputation not only for its delicious menu featuring Italian classics but also for its dedication to creating a welcoming environment where guests feel like family. With locations across numerous states, Olive Garden continues to grow and maintain its place as a beloved dining destination. The company cultivates a family-oriented culture among its employees, offering opportunities for career advancement and embracing diversity. Olive Garden emphasizes rigorous safety and sanitation measures to ensure a comfortable and healthy experience for both guests and team members.

The Busser position at Olive Garden is a vital role responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the dining area while supporting the servers in offering exceptional guest service. As a Busser, you will be one of the key players in creating an inviting and sanitized atmosphere, ensuring all tables and surfaces are spotless and ready for incoming guests. This role includes clearing and resetting tables promptly, sanitizing surfaces according to strict hygiene standards, assisting servers with refilling beverages and addressing guest requests, and monitoring the dining room to keep it orderly and hospitable. Olive Garden places a strong focus on health and safety, and as a Busser, you are expected to uphold these standards at all times.

This position offers flexible scheduling to accommodate various life commitments such as schooling, childcare, or family care. Olive Garden values work-life balance and supports its team members through a variety of benefits and perks. Pay is variable depending on location and includes tips, which provides earning potential alongside the base wage. Employees receive a free meal during their shift and are paid weekly, making it convenient and attractive for team members. Additional compensation rewards include anniversary pay recognizing tenure and paid sick leave accrued at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, available from the first day of employment. Complementary to these benefits are the paid family and medical leave options available after one year of service, medical and dental insurance plans, and ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills for current roles and future career paths.

Olive Garden offers exclusive discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more, which adds value to the overall employment experience. A 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service helps team members prepare for long-term financial security. Career advancement opportunities are also a key highlight, with over half of the management team promoted from hourly positions, demonstrating Olive Garden's commitment to internal growth. The family-like atmosphere, comprehensive benefits, and dedication to excellence make the Busser role at Olive Garden an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to join a supportive and thriving team in the hospitality industry. We invite you to become a part of our winning family and contribute to delivering memorable dining experiences with a focus on safety and guest satisfaction.