Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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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
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a leading full-service Italian restaurant chain celebrated for its warm hospitality, delicious Italian cuisine, and inviting atmosphere. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden prides itself on creating an authentic dining experience that makes guests feel like family. With numerous locations across the country, Olive Garden is known for its commitment to quality food, excellent customer service, and a welcoming environment for both guests and team members. The company embraces a team-oriented culture that fosters growth, inclusion, and mutual respect, creating a workplace where employees can thrive and develop their careers. Olive Garden offers competitive pay that varies by location, along with tips, to reward team members for their dedicated efforts.

The Busser role at Olive Garden is a vital position focused on maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the dining environment while supporting the front-of-house team to deliver an exceptional guest experience. Bussers serve as the backbone of the dining room, tasked with keeping tables and dining areas spotless and sanitized. This ensures that guests enjoy a comfortable, inviting, and hygienic setting throughout their visit. The role involves collaborating closely with servers and other restaurant staff to create efficient service flow and uphold the highest standards of hospitality. The busser position at Olive Garden is not only about maintaining cleanliness but also about contributing to a positive and friendly atmosphere where guests feel cared for and valued.

Olive Garden offers its bussers flexible schedules that accommodate various life responsibilities such as school, childcare, and family care. This flexibility reflects the company’s understanding of work-life balance and dedication to employee wellbeing. Additionally, Olive Garden provides free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave, along with paid family and medical leave after meeting the service requirements. Team members also benefit from medical and dental insurance, ongoing training opportunities to build valuable skills, and discounts on popular products and services such as cellphones, travel, and electronics. With a 401(k) savings plan featuring company matching after one year, Olive Garden supports the financial security and future planning of its employees.

Career advancement is an important focus at Olive Garden, with over half of the managers promoted from hourly positions, showcasing the company’s commitment to recognizing talent from within and advancing employees who demonstrate dedication and skill. Above all, Olive Garden prioritizes the health and safety of its team members and guests by adhering to strict sanitation and wellness practices in every restaurant. As a busser, you’ll contribute directly to these efforts, ensuring a safe environment while delivering excellent service.

Joining the Olive Garden family as a busser means becoming part of a supportive and dynamic team where everyone is valued and encouraged to grow. If you are enthusiastic about hospitality, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a company that treats its employees like family, this position offers a rewarding opportunity with great benefits and the chance to build a meaningful career in the restaurant industry.

Job Requirements

  • minimum age 16 years
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • capacity to lift moderate weights
  • flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • willingness to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
  • effective interpersonal skills

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong communication and teamwork skills
  • commitment to health and safety standards
  • previous experience in a restaurant setting is a plus
  • customer service orientation
  • reliable and punctual

Job Duties

  • ensure dining room cleanliness and sanitation
  • assist servers with supporting guest service
  • maintain safe and inviting dining atmosphere
  • follow health and safety protocols
  • clear and reset tables efficiently
  • support team with beverage and condiment refills
  • adhere to highest standards of hospitality

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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