Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $9.00
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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
training programs
Employee Discounts
401(k) Plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain famous for its Italian-American cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and warm family-friendly atmosphere. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden has developed a strong reputation through its commitment to quality food, excellent service, and a welcoming environment for guests. With locations across the United States and other countries, Olive Garden offers a consistent dining experience enhanced by an inviting ambiance, fresh ingredients, and a focus on customer satisfaction. The company is known not only for its delicious menu items but also for creating an inclusive workplace culture that supports career growth and employee well-being.

Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family-oriented team dedicated to providing outstanding guest experiences. The employment opportunity as a Busser at Olive Garden offers a competitive starting wage of $9.00 per hour plus tips, with flexible scheduling designed to accommodate other life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the restaurant, which is essential for ensuring that guests have a memorable dining experience. The restaurant places high priority on team member wellness, sanitation, and guest safety, implementing stringent safety and cleaning protocols.

As a Busser at Olive Garden, your primary responsibility is to support the front-of-house operations by keeping the dining areas spotless, organized, and sanitized throughout service hours. You will assist servers by swiftly clearing and resetting tables, replenishing beverages, and attending to guest requests, contributing directly to efficient service flow and customer satisfaction. This role requires attention to detail, a positive attitude, and teamwork skills. In addition to maintaining cleanliness and supporting servers, Bussers uphold Olive Garden's high standards of hospitality by ensuring that the dining room remains an inviting and comfortable space for guests.

Olive Garden values its employees by offering an array of benefits that promote work-life balance, health, and career development. Employees enjoy free meals during shifts, weekly pay, paid sick leave accrued from day one of employment, paid family and medical leave after one year of service, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after a year. The company also provides ongoing training to help team members develop critical skills useful for current roles and future career advancement, many of whom progress from hourly positions into management roles. Additional perks include discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more.

Working at Olive Garden as a Busser means being part of a supportive, safety-conscious team that recognizes your contribution to the overall guest experience. If you are motivated, customer-service oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, you will find opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of guests and teammates alike. Olive Garden welcomes you to join their family where your efforts are valued and rewarded.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • ability to lift moderate weight
  • availability for flexible work schedules
  • basic English communication skills
  • prior customer service experience preferred
  • adherence to company safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting preferred
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong communication and teamwork skills
  • reliable and punctual
  • positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation protocols
  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job Duties

  • Ensure dining areas are clean, sanitized and inviting for guests
  • assist servers by clearing and resetting tables promptly
  • replenish beverages and utensils as needed
  • maintain high safety and sanitation standards
  • support efficient service flow through teamwork
  • respond to guest needs and requests courteously
  • uphold company hospitality and cleanliness policies

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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