Host

Olive Garden is a leading family-style Italian restaurant known for its warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere, and delightful dining experiences. As a renowned brand in the casual dining industry, Olive Garden is dedicated to providing guests with exceptional service, delicious meals, and a memorable ambiance that feels just like home. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned them a loyal customer base and a strong presence across the nation. Working at Olive Garden means being part of a family-oriented environment where teamwork, respect, and continuous learning are prioritized to foster both personal and professional growth.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and friendly Hosts to join our team. This is a part-time or full-time hourly position with competitive pay ranging from $17.75 to $22.00 per hour based on experience and performance. As a Host at Olive Garden, you will be the first face of our restaurant and play a crucial role in creating an inviting and comfortable environment for our guests. Your main responsibility will be to warmly welcome guests with a friendly smile, manage waitlists efficiently, and ensure that all seating arrangements maximize guest satisfaction and restaurant flow.

Beyond simply seating guests, the Host position at Olive Garden goes far deeper. You will contribute to the overall guest experience by maintaining the cleanliness and safety of key areas through regular sanitizing and disinfecting of guest and team member touchpoints. Attention to detail in presenting clean menus and guiding guests to their tables helps set the tone for a positive dining experience. Throughout the visit, you will be equipped to offer thoughtful suggestions and assistance as needed, enhancing guest satisfaction. At the end of their meal, you will express genuine gratitude, wish them well, and invite them to return, fostering repeat visits and customer loyalty.

Olive Garden truly values its employees and supports work-life balance through flexible scheduling options to accommodate school, childcare, family commitments, and more. We provide a range of benefits including free employee meals with a limited menu, weekly paychecks, anniversary pay bonuses, and paid sick leave starting immediately after hire. Additionally, employees accrue paid family and medical leave after one year of service, and have access to medical and dental insurance plans. The company also offers ongoing training programs to help you build critical skills for your current role and future opportunities.

As a Host, you’ll find plenty of chances for career advancement. Over 50% of Olive Garden’s management team members are promoted from hourly positions, highlighting our strong commitment to nurturing internal talent and providing clear career progression pathways. Employees also enjoy benefits such as discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics, as well as the opportunity to participate in a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service.

At Olive Garden, the health and safety of our team members and guests are top priorities. The company maintains rigorous standards for sanitation, safety, and team wellness, ensuring a clean and secure workplace for all. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a winning family that values respect, care, and excellence in everything we do. If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and want to grow your career within a supportive and rewarding environment, we’d love to welcome you home as the newest member of our Family!