Host

Olive Garden; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical/dental insurance

Ongoing training

Discounts on services

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Lexington, KY is seeking a Host to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests. Responsibilities include guiding guests to their tables, presenting menus, and maintaining hygiene standards. This entry-level position offers flexible schedules and various benefits, including a 401(k) plan and paid sick leave, aiming to ensure both guest and team member satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with no specific education or experience required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for guests.
• Guide guests to their tables and present clean menus.
• Ensure regular sanitization of touch points.

Job description

Overview

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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!)

Responsibilities

As a host at Olive Garden, you 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. You will guide guests to their table, present them with clean menus, and offer suggestions to enhance their dining experience. You will ensure that guest and team member touch points are regularly sanitized and disinfected. Our hosts take pride in making loyal guests by guiding them to their table, presenting them with clean menus, and offering suggestions to enhance their dining experience. Finally, as a host, you will complete the guests' experience by genuinely thanking them for their visit, wishing them a fond farewell, and inviting them back to our restaurants.

Qualifications

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries: Restaurants
• Location: Lexington, KY

We’re committed to the health and safety of our team members and guests, maintaining high sanitation standards and ensuring team member wellness.

We’d love to welcome you home as the newest member of the Family!