Host

Our Winning Family Starts With You! Check out these great benefits:

• Flexible schedules to help you balance other life commitments (school, childcare, family care, etc.)
• Free Employee Meal! (limited menu)
• 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)
• Medical/dental insurance
• Ongoing training to build critical skills for current and future roles
• Discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics & much more!
• 401(k) savings plan (Company match after 1 year of service)
• Management career advancement opportunities (50%+ of our managers are promoted from hourly positions!)
• And much more!

Because at Olive Garden, We’re All Family Here! One key to our success is the high standards we set for ourselves and each other. That includes placing the health and safety of our team members and guests as a top priority. We are committed to the highest safety and sanitation practices, including ensuring team member wellness and maintaining clean restaurants.

Responsibilities

Create the guests' first and lasting impression. With a warm smile and friendly conversations, our host team members are responsible for creating a welcoming and safe environment for our guests' dining experience. Ensure that various guest and team member touch points are regularly sanitized and disinfected. Guide guests to their table, present them with clean menus, and offer suggestions to enhance their dining experience. Complete the guests' experience by genuinely thanking them for their visit, wishing them a fond farewell, and inviting them back to our restaurants.

Qualifications

Positive attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Knowledge of basic food service operations and procedures

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting is preferred

Benefits

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