Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.00 - $16.25
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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 chain famous for its craveable Italian cuisine and warm hospitality. As part of Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden has established itself as a leader in the full-service dining sector with hundreds of locations across the United States. Known for its inviting atmosphere where family and friends come together to enjoy classic dishes, fresh ingredients, and excellent service, Olive Garden continues to grow and cultivate a positive work environment. The company is deeply committed to its core values of quality, service, and integrity, fostering a workplace culture that feels like an extended family. Olive Garden offers a wide array of career opportunities with competitive pay that varies by location and includes tips for roles such as bussers, servers, cooks, and managers. These roles come with robust benefits packages designed to support employees both inside and outside of work, emphasizing work-life balance and professional growth.

This position is for a busser who will play a critical role in ensuring the restaurant maintains its high hospitality standards by keeping the dining area clean, safe, and welcoming to guests. The busser supports the serving staff by clearing and resetting tables, sanitizing surfaces, and assisting in general restaurant upkeep. They contribute to the overall guest experience by maintaining a hygienic environment and being proactive in meeting the needs of guests and staff alike. At Olive Garden, bussers are valued members who directly impact guest satisfaction and help uphold the restaurant's commitment to health and safety. This role offers variable pay based on location plus tips, flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments such as school or childcare, and opportunities for advancement. Olive Garden supports its bussers with ongoing training to develop vital skills for current tasks and future roles within the company. Employees also benefit from paid sick leave beginning immediately upon hire, paid family and medical leave after one year, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service.

Olive Garden takes pride in its high sanitation standards and practices to ensure both team members and guests remain safe and healthy. Bussers are instrumental in executing these protocols daily by maintaining clean and disinfected dining spaces. Join Olive Garden and become part of a winning family where hard work is recognized, and career growth is encouraged. As a busser, you will contribute meaningfully to the guest experience, enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and be part of an inclusive team culture committed to mutual success. This position is ideal for individuals who are motivated, dependable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, dedicated to excellence in guest service and safety.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • good physical stamina
  • commitment to maintaining cleanliness
  • basic understanding of food safety
  • ability to follow instructions
  • reliable transportation if applicable
  • legal eligibility to work in the country

Job Qualifications

  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong attention to detail
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
  • previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred
  • teamwork and collaboration skills
  • dependability and positive attitude

Job Duties

  • keep dining areas clean and sanitized
  • assist servers by clearing and resetting tables
  • maintain high sanitation and safety standards
  • support guest satisfaction through excellent service
  • assist with restaurant upkeep
  • follow health and safety protocols
  • collaborate with team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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