Hostess, Olive Garden Ajax at Olive Garden Canada in Ajax, Ontario, CA

Overview: 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 and their 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.

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.

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What will you do in this role:

Greet and welcome Guests when entering the restaurant

Manage the Guest Flow, table turns and seating

Accurately complete all set up and closing procedures

Answer the phone in a pleasant manner and respond to Guest inquiries

Manage a wait list and interact with Guests

Offer a friendly final farewell to Guests

Thank Guests for joining us and invite them to return

What we are looking for:

Dynamic, energetic and self-confident personality

Excellent communication, social and organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and maintain high energy in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work a flexible schedule

Ability to work as part of a team and help contribute to a positive Guest experience, however necessary

Openness to learning, coaching and career growth

What’s in it for you:

20% employee discount dining card valid at participating Recipe brands

Pay: $17.60 - $18.00

Flexible scheduling

An energetic and dynamic team

Competitive wages

Fun working environment

Growth and development opportunities within the restaurant

Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands

And much more! Because at Olive Garden, We’re All Family Here!