Job Overview

Restaurant Associate

Part-Time or Full-Time | Hourly | Must Be 16+ (with work authorization)

OUR STORY

Since 1979, Little Italy Ristorante has been more than a pizza place—it’s been a cornerstone of Groveport, built on family, integrity, and community. What began as a local grocery store became a gathering place where scratch-made recipes, familiar faces, and genuine care came together. Passed down through generations, our mission has always been the same: hire great people, serve unforgettable food, and give back to the community that made us who we are.

IS THIS ROLE FOR YOU?

Are you full of energy, quick on your feet, and excited to jump into a team-focused environment?
Do you take pride in a job well done, whether it’s prepping fresh ingredients, folding boxes, or delivering great service at the register?
Do you thrive in fast-paced settings and love variety in your work?
If you're nodding yes, you might be the next Restaurant Associate at Little Italy Ristorante.

WHY JOIN LITTLE ITALY?

Our team members are the heartbeat of daily operations. Whether you're stocking, preparing dishes, serving guests, or cleaning, every task you do helps us deliver consistency, care, and memorable meals.

What Makes Us Different:

• Legacy-Driven, Future-Focused – Honoring our roots while building something worth owning—for guests and team alike.
• We’re Bigger Than a Booth – Community events, media moments, food truck experiences—our brand lives beyond the dining room.
• People First, Always – We grow team members into leaders and treat every shift as a chance to build careers, not just paychecks.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with 50% employer match up to 6% (after one year)
• New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, (paid, full-time) & your birthday off, automatically
• 1 week of paid time off (full time)
• Paid sick leave (full-time)
• Daily employee meal
• 25% employee discount for you and your party
• Career growth opportunities
• The opportunity to grow quickly with a forward-thinking company that regularly reinvests in itself and its people
• Attendance at fun, “State of the Company” events three times a year

WHAT YOU’LL DO

1. Welcome and Serve Guests
Greet guests warmly in the lobby and at the counter. Take phone and in-person orders accurately, handle transactions, and offer suggestive sells to complete each meal with care.
2. Execute Food Prep and Production
Follow recipes to prepare salads, subs, appetizers, pastas, and pizzas. Pre-top items, stock ingredients, and keep prep lines clean and organized.
3. Maintain Cleanliness and Sanitation
Clean dining areas, restrooms, kitchen surfaces, and equipment. Mop floors, fold pizza boxes, and complete shift cleaning tasks as needed.
4. Set Up and Close Down with Excellence
Start shifts strong by completing prep and stocking duties. End them strong by helping set the next shift up for success—restocking, freezing pulls, and ensuring everything’s ready to roll.
5. Communicate and Collaborate
Work side-by-side with teammates and communicate clearly with managers. Be adaptable, helpful, and positive—even when it’s busy.

WILL YOU FIT IN HERE?

We’re not building a team—we’re building a legacy. Our restaurants run on values, not vibes—and if you don’t live these values, you won’t last long. These aren’t just words we shout in a huddle. They’re who we are, what we expect, and how we lead.
You’ll fit right in if this sounds like you:
You’re Built to Serve.
You find joy in helping people. Whether it’s a guest, a coworker, or a stranger—we don’t walk past problems, we solve them with heart. If the words “That’s not my job” live rent-free in your brain, this ain’t it.
You Care Like It’s Yours.
You treat the business, the space, the product, and the people like you own it. Details matter. You don’t walk over a mess, you clean it. You don’t ignore a bad guest experience, you fix it. That’s ownership.
You’re All-In.
You show up on time, you show up with energy, and you don’t half-ass the mission. You take feedback, push yourself, and do things the right way, even when no one’s watching. Especially then.
You Stay Open.
Egos get checked at the door. You’re coachable, curious, and willing to learn from anyone. You don’t need to be the loudest, just the most growth-minded.
You Bring the Fire.
You show up with positive energy, team spirit, and enthusiasm. Guests feel it. The team feeds off it. We don’t do dull here—we bring the vibe every shift.
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And if that’s not you?
If you’re just looking for a clock-in-and-coast gig, or if you like drama, excuses, or hiding behind “that’s how I’ve always done it”—this won’t feel good. And that’s fine. We’re not for everyone. But if you’re about getting better, serving hard, and building something bigger than yourself—then welcome home.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Must be 15 years or older (with valid work authorization for minors)
• Able to stand/walk for full shifts
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs consistently, and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Comfortable with bending, twisting, repetitive tasks
• Available for mid, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts
• No experience required—we train the right attitude

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MATTERS

Little Italy Ristorante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to creating a welcoming, respectful workplace where everyone can contribute, grow, and feel like family.

Ready to jump in, make great food, and help guests feel right at home?

Apply today, and let’s create something memorable—together.