Host

Olive Garden; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 25,141; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Weekly pay

Paid Sick Leave

Medical/dental insurance

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A popular casual dining restaurant in Naperville is seeking a friendly host to join their team. As a host, you will create welcoming experiences for guests, ensuring their first impression is positive. Responsibilities include guiding guests to their tables, maintaining cleanliness, and providing exceptional service. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to hygiene. This position offers flexible schedules and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills to create a welcoming environment.
• Ability to handle guest interactions gracefully.
• Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and inviting environment for guests.
• Ensure dining areas are sanitized and well-managed.
• Guide guests to their tables with a friendly demeanor.

Job description

$15 per hour - $18.25 per hour

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!)

Job Overview

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

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. As a host, you will ensure that various 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.

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

#MyOliveGardenFam