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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $16.90
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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
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant franchise known for its warm Italian hospitality and delicious menu offerings. With a strong emphasis on family values, Olive Garden creates an inviting and friendly atmosphere for guests while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. As part of its mission, Olive Garden prioritizes the health and safety of its team members and guests by adhering to rigorous safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards. With a commitment to growth and opportunity, Olive Garden offers employee-focused benefits, ongoing training, and clear career advancement paths to ensure team members thrive both personally and professionally.

The Busser role at Olive Garden is a vital position dedicated to maintaining a spotless, sanitized, and welcoming dining environment. This role directly contributes to ensuring guests have an exceptional dining experience by working closely with servers and other team members to keep the restaurant welcoming and safe. Bussers are responsible for promptly cleaning and resetting tables, assisting with service needs, and supporting a clean and efficient restaurant flow. Joining Olive Garden as a Busser means becoming part of a family-oriented company that values teamwork, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate of $16.90 plus tips, reflecting the importance of the role in contributing to the overall dining experience. Working as a Busser at Olive Garden provides flexible scheduling options to help balance personal life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. Additionally, the role includes several attractive benefits such as free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary bonuses, paid sick leave, and paid family medical leave after meeting eligibility criteria.

Further incentives include comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans, ongoing training opportunities to develop critical skills for current and future roles, employee discounts on products and services ranging from cellphones to travel, a 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year, and management career advancement opportunities where more than 50% of managers have been promoted from hourly roles. The supportive culture at Olive Garden encourages personal and career growth, making it an excellent choice for individuals seeking both immediate employment and long-term career development in the hospitality industry.

Olive Garden’s dedication to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety, combined with a family-first approach to employee wellbeing, make the Busser position an ideal opportunity for individuals who value teamwork, customer service, and a healthy work environment. Joining the Olive Garden family offers the chance to be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and standing by its employees every step of the way. We invite you to become the newest member of our winning family and contribute to our ongoing success as a business that truly cares about its people and its guests.

Job Requirements

  • minimum age 16 years
  • ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and standing for long periods
  • availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest service
  • must comply with health and safety regulations
  • good communication skills
  • basic English proficiency

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality role is an asset
  • strong attention to detail
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • excellent teamwork and communication skills
  • willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures

Job Duties

  • clean and reset tables promptly
  • assist servers with guest needs
  • maintain cleanliness and sanitation in dining areas
  • ensure compliance with health and safety standards
  • support restaurant flow by clearing dishes and glassware
  • prepare dining areas for new guests
  • communicate effectively with team members to enhance guest experience

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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