Host

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian cuisine, recognized for its warm hospitality and family-friendly atmosphere. With a commitment to high standards in health, safety, and sanitation, Olive Garden creates memorable dining experiences for guests across the United States. The company values its team members, offering flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and numerous opportunities for career advancement within a supportive work environment.

At Olive Garden, the role of a host is pivotal as the first point of contact for guests, setting the tone for an enjoyable dining experience. Hosts greet guests with a warm smile, provide friendly and courteous service, and ensure that every guest feels welcome from the moment they walk through the door. This position involves maintaining a clean and safe environment by regularly sanitizing and disinfecting guest and team member touch points, supporting the company’s dedication to health and safety. Hosts assist guests by guiding them to their tables, providing clean menus, and offering helpful suggestions to enhance their visit. They complete the experience by sincerely thanking guests, wishing them well, and inviting them to return.

This is an hourly position offering a competitive wage ranging from $17.13 to $21.00 per hour based on experience and performance. Employment with Olive Garden includes access to a wide array of benefits designed to support both personal and professional growth. The company offers flexible scheduling to help employees balance work with other life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. In addition to weekly pay and anniversary bonuses, employees receive paid sick leave accrued from the first day of employment and paid family and medical leave after one year of service. Olive Garden also provides medical and dental insurance options, ongoing training to develop vital skills, and discounts on various products and services including cellphones and travel. Employees are encouraged to plan for their future with a 401(k) savings plan that includes a company match after one year of service. Furthermore, Olive Garden emphasizes career advancement by promoting over half of its managerial staff from within hourly positions, fostering a culture of growth and opportunity.

Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family that values each member's contributions and prioritizes the wellbeing of its team and guests alike. As a host, you will play an essential role in sustaining this culture by upholding the company’s high standards and delivering exceptional service every day. If you are a friendly, organized individual who enjoys interacting with people and contributing to a positive atmosphere, Olive Garden offers a rewarding environment for you to grow your career and be part of a community that feels like home.