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Server / Wait Staff

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Flexible schedules to help you balance other life commitments (school, childcare, family care, etc.)
Enjoy a complimentary employee meal during your shift!
Receive weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid Sick Leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked, begin accruing upon hire)
Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks after 1 year of service)
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance options
Ongoing training to build critical skills for current and future roles
Discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics and much more!
401(k) savings plan (Company match after 1 year of service)

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain specializing in Italian cuisine, celebrated for its warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests are treated like family. With a widespread presence, Olive Garden has built a strong reputation for delivering authentic Italian dining experiences combined with exceptional service. The company emphasizes a family-centric culture, not only with its guests but also within its team members, fostering an environment that values respect, teamwork, and growth. Olive Garden's commitment to excellence is evident in its rigorous health, safety, and sanitation standards, ensuring both guests and staff enjoy a safe and pleasant environment.

As a Server/Wait Staff member at Olive Garden, you play a crucial role in creating memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back. Your primary responsibility is to provide friendly, attentive, and safe service that makes every guest feel like a cherished member of the Olive Garden family. You will guide guests through a culinary journey of Italy by sharing your knowledge about the menu's delectable dishes, fine wines, and fresh ingredients. This role requires a passion for customer service, strong communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Your day-to-day tasks will involve taking accurate and timely orders, anticipating guest needs, serving food and beverages with care, and maintaining a clean, organized dining area. You will collaborate closely with kitchen and other staff members to ensure smooth service flow and uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. This role not only allows you to refine your hospitality skills but also gives you access to continuous training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture where you can grow professionally and personally. Olive Garden values each team member and offers various benefits such as flexible scheduling, paid medical leave, comprehensive insurance options, and employee discounts. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family dedicated to quality dining and exceptional service.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to provide friendly and attentive customer service
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Basic math skills for handling payments
  • Physical stamina for standing and moving during shifts
  • Commitment to upholding food safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Good communication skills

Job Duties

  • Your role involves delivering friendly, attentive, and safe service, ensuring every guest feels like a cherished member of our family
  • Our Servers excel at cultivating loyal patrons by guiding them on a culinary journey through Italy, sharing their expertise on our delectable food, fine wines, and fresh ingredients
  • Provide exceptional table service, taking orders accurately and efficiently
  • Anticipate guest needs and respond promptly to requests
  • Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the menu, including daily specials, ingredients, and allergen information
  • Serve food and beverages in a timely and presentable manner
  • Process payments accurately and efficiently
  • Collaborate with kitchen and other staff to ensure smooth service flow
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining areas and server stations
  • Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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