
Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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
Management career advancement opportunities
Job Description
Olive Garden is a leading casual dining restaurant chain known for its Italian-inspired cuisine and warm family-friendly atmosphere. As part of Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden has built its reputation on delivering delicious meals, exceptional hospitality, and a welcoming environment for guests across the country. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive work culture where team members are valued, developed, and given opportunities to grow their careers within the organization. With a commitment to quality, safety, and community, Olive Garden continues to be a popular dining destination for families, friends, and colleagues alike.
At Olive Garden, the role of a busser is vital to maintaining the high standards of cleanliness, safety, and guest satisfaction that the brand is known for. This position involves ensuring the dining area is spotless, sanitized, and inviting at all times to enhance the overall guest experience. Bussers work closely with servers and other team members to deliver seamless service, support the dining room operations, and uphold the restaurant's commitment to health and sanitation. This role is especially suitable for individuals who enjoy a fast-paced environment, teamwork, and providing excellent customer service.
The pay for this role is variable depending on the location and includes tips, offering the potential for competitive earnings. Olive Garden supports flexible schedules to help employees balance other life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package including free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, and paid family and medical leave. Additionally, team members have access to medical and dental insurance, ongoing training, discounts on a wide range of products and services, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, and management career advancement opportunities with more than half of managers being promoted from within. Olive Garden places a high priority on the health and safety of its team and guests, adhering to strict sanitation and wellness protocols to ensure a safe working and dining environment.
Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family-oriented workplace where dedication to excellence and guest satisfaction goes hand in hand with personal growth and support. As a busser, you will play a key role in creating positive dining experiences, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and contributing to the restaurant’s overall success. The company encourages diversity and inclusion and is committed to building a team that represents the communities it serves. If you are enthusiastic about hospitality, enjoy teamwork, and seek a rewarding position with flexible scheduling and growth potential, Olive Garden welcomes you to apply and join their winning family.
At Olive Garden, the role of a busser is vital to maintaining the high standards of cleanliness, safety, and guest satisfaction that the brand is known for. This position involves ensuring the dining area is spotless, sanitized, and inviting at all times to enhance the overall guest experience. Bussers work closely with servers and other team members to deliver seamless service, support the dining room operations, and uphold the restaurant's commitment to health and sanitation. This role is especially suitable for individuals who enjoy a fast-paced environment, teamwork, and providing excellent customer service.
The pay for this role is variable depending on the location and includes tips, offering the potential for competitive earnings. Olive Garden supports flexible schedules to help employees balance other life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package including free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, and paid family and medical leave. Additionally, team members have access to medical and dental insurance, ongoing training, discounts on a wide range of products and services, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, and management career advancement opportunities with more than half of managers being promoted from within. Olive Garden places a high priority on the health and safety of its team and guests, adhering to strict sanitation and wellness protocols to ensure a safe working and dining environment.
Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family-oriented workplace where dedication to excellence and guest satisfaction goes hand in hand with personal growth and support. As a busser, you will play a key role in creating positive dining experiences, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and contributing to the restaurant’s overall success. The company encourages diversity and inclusion and is committed to building a team that represents the communities it serves. If you are enthusiastic about hospitality, enjoy teamwork, and seek a rewarding position with flexible scheduling and growth potential, Olive Garden welcomes you to apply and join their winning family.
Job Requirements
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- must be at least 18 years old
- capability to stand and walk for extended periods
- ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds
- excellent interpersonal skills
- ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or equivalent preferred
- previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is a plus but not required
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physical demands of the job
- strong communication and teamwork skills
- attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety
- basic knowledge of sanitation and health regulations
- willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures
Job Duties
- clean and sanitize dining areas and tables promptly after guests leave
- assist servers with delivering food and beverages to guests
- reset tables with clean linens, glassware, and silverware
- maintain cleanliness and organization of service stations and dining room
- ensure compliance with health and safety standards and sanitation protocols
- support team members in providing excellent guest service
- restock supplies and maintain inventory of bussing tools
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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