Busser

Olive Garden is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Olive Garden has built a reputation as a place where families and friends come together to enjoy quality meals and exceptional service. Olive Garden is part of the Darden Restaurants group, which is one of the largest full-service dining companies in the world. The company values its employees as part of a 'Winning Family' and emphasizes a culture of inclusivity, growth, and community both within its restaurants and in the broader communities it serves. Olive Garden is committed to innovative culinary excellence, guest satisfaction, and creating a positive workplace environment for its team members.

In this role as a busser at Olive Garden, you will be an indispensable part of the dining experience, ensuring guests enjoy a clean, safe, and inviting restaurant environment. Your primary responsibility will be to support our servers by maintaining clean and sanitized dining and service areas throughout the shift. From promptly clearing tables and resetting settings to disposing of waste and helping with basic dining room organization, your contribution directly enhances guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. You will also play an active role in upholding Olive Garden's high standards of safety and sanitation, especially crucial during these times with heightened health protocols.

This is a variable pay position depending on location and includes tips, offering an opportunity to earn additional income. Olive Garden provides flexible schedules aimed at balancing work and life commitments such as schooling, childcare, and family care. Beyond competitive pay, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support physical health, financial wellness, and career advancement. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, 401(k) savings plans with company match, meal discounts, training programs, and much more.

As a member of the Olive Garden family, you will be part of a culture that places a strong emphasis on teamwork, respect, and growth opportunities. Over half of the managerial staff are promoted from within, reflecting a dedication to career advancement from hourly roles like the busser position. Olive Garden also prioritizes the health and wellness of all team members by maintaining strict safety and sanitation policies to ensure a clean, safe dining environment for both employees and guests.

Joining Olive Garden means joining a team that values your contribution, supports your personal and professional growth, and rewards hard work. Whether you are looking for a flexible job to fit around other responsibilities or a stepping stone to a career in hospitality management, Olive Garden offers the resources and opportunities to help you succeed and feel at home. The role of busser is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger: a family committed to excellence in every guest interaction and every task performed.