Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.50 - $14.00
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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
ongoing training
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a well-known Italian restaurant chain that offers a family-friendly dining experience with a focus on freshly prepared meals and warm hospitality. With locations across various regions, Olive Garden is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where guests feel like part of the family. The establishment prides itself on its high standards of safety, sanitation, and exceptional customer service, ensuring every visit is a memorable one. Olive Garden places a strong emphasis on supporting its employees by providing flexible working schedules and competitive benefits to help balance life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care. The company promotes a culture of growth and advancement, with many managers being promoted from hourly positions, highlighting the opportunity for career development within the organization.

The role of a busser at Olive Garden is crucial for maintaining the overall dining experience and ensuring guest satisfaction. As a busser, you are responsible for assisting servers by keeping the dining area clean, organized, and sanitary. This involves promptly clearing and resetting tables, sanitizing surfaces, and replenishing supplies to create an inviting atmosphere for guests. Additionally, bussers help to uphold the restaurant's strict safety and sanitation standards, which includes monitoring team member wellness and maintaining a clean environment. This position offers a variable pay depending on location along with tips, recognizing the essential role bussers play in the dining team. Employees in this role enjoy several benefits such as weekly pay, paid sick leave accrued from the start of employment, and paid family and medical leave after one year of service. Moreover, Olive Garden provides its bussers free employee meals, flexible schedules, ongoing training for skill development, and access to discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics. The company also offers a 401(k) savings plan with a company match after one year of service, further demonstrating its commitment to employee welfare and long-term satisfaction.

Joining Olive Garden as a busser means becoming part of a supportive family-oriented team that values individual contributions and personal growth. This role not only allows you to gain valuable experience in the hospitality industry but also provides opportunities for professional advancement in management roles. Olive Garden fosters a fun, friendly, and safe working environment where team members are encouraged to thrive and grow. By upholding the highest standards in cleanliness and guest service, bussers help create a positive dining atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic restaurant setting, this position is a great fit to start or continue your career journey with Olive Garden.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Willingness to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Good communication skills
  • Enthusiasm for customer service

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is a plus
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic knowledge of sanitation and safety practices
  • Positive attitude and willingness to assist others

Job Duties

  • Clean and reset tables promptly
  • Assist servers by delivering food and beverages
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas
  • Replenish supplies like utensils, napkins, and condiments
  • Monitor dining room and restrooms for cleanliness
  • Support team members to ensure efficient service
  • Adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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