Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $12.14
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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
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) Plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a well-established Italian restaurant chain known for its warm, family-friendly atmosphere and commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences. As part of the larger Darden Restaurants group, Olive Garden has built a reputation for quality food, outstanding service, and a welcoming environment that invites guests to feel like part of the family. The company takes pride in its high safety and sanitation standards and values the wellbeing of its team members and guests. With a strong focus on teamwork and career growth, Olive Garden offers employees continuous training and numerous opportunities for advancement, making it an appealing place to build a rewarding career in the hospitality industry.

We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Bussers. This role is essential in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall guest satisfaction within our restaurants. As a Busser at Olive Garden, you will help create a welcoming dining environment by ensuring tables and dining areas are spotless, sanitized, and reset promptly for incoming guests. Your efforts directly contribute to the overall flow and service quality, supporting our servers and enhancing the guest experience.

The role offers a competitive pay rate starting at $12.14 per hour plus tips, along with a wide array of employee benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. These benefits include flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments such as school or family care, paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave after one year, as well as medical and dental insurance. Employees enjoy free meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and discounts on various products and services including cellphones, travel, and electronics. Olive Garden also provides a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service and promotes from within, offering management career advancement opportunities to dedicated team members.

In this role, you will be part of a close-knit team that values respect, responsibility, and a shared commitment to excellent hospitality. We emphasize ongoing training and development to help you build the skills needed for your current role and future career growth. At Olive Garden, you will not only be welcomed as an employee but embraced as part of our family. Join us and contribute to a workplace where safety, service, and quality are always at the forefront. Your role as a busser is critical to maintaining the standards that make Olive Garden a trusted and beloved dining destination. We look forward to welcoming you home to the Olive Garden family!

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods
  • Capacity to lift and carry heavy trays or items up to 25 pounds
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Pass a background check and comply with company policies
  • Commitment to upholding health and safety standards
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and guests

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous experience in a busser or similar restaurant support role is beneficial but not required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Basic knowledge of sanitation and safety standards
  • Willingness to learn and take direction
  • Positive attitude and excellent customer service skills

Job Duties

  • Clear and reset tables promptly to prepare for incoming guests
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas following health and safety standards
  • Assist servers by refilling beverages and delivering food items when needed
  • Sweep and mop floors and clean dining room furniture
  • Support team members by providing tools and supplies necessary for efficient service
  • Ensure trash is removed regularly and recycling protocols are followed
  • Greet guests with a friendly attitude and respond to their needs promptly

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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