Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.75 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain known for its authentic Italian dining experience, commitment to quality, and warm hospitality. As an establishment that values its team members as part of a family, Olive Garden offers a welcoming and inclusive work environment dedicated to maintaining high standards in both food preparation and customer service. The company is committed to the health and safety of its team members and guests by implementing rigorous safety and sanitation practices. These include ensuring team member wellness and maintaining clean restaurants to provide a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. Olive Garden’s dedication to quality extends to its handcrafted beverages, an essential element of creating an authentic Italian dining experience. The hospitality culture at Olive Garden prioritizes genuine guest interactions and exceptional service, making every visitor feel like part of the family.

This position is for a Bartender at Olive Garden, where you will play a vital role in enhancing guest experiences through the expert preparation and service of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The pay for this position varies by location and is complemented by tips, providing a rewarding earning potential. As a bartender, you will demonstrate your genuine hospitality by greeting guests warmly and delivering exceptional service tailored to their preferences. You'll be responsible for mastering a wide range of beverage recipes, ensuring consistency and quality with every drink served. This role also requires a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, including regular sanitation and disinfection of guest and team member touchpoints to uphold a safe environment. In addition to hospitality and drink preparation, the role offers opportunities for growth within the company, including management career advancement. Olive Garden provides ongoing training to help team members build critical skills for their current and future roles, supporting professional development and career progression. Working as part of the Olive Garden family means being part of a supportive team where respect, integrity, and dedication are valued. Flexible schedules are offered to help accommodate other life commitments like school, childcare, or family care, making it a suitable position for a variety of lifestyles. This role also includes several benefits, such as free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year of service. Offering discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more, Olive Garden strives to create a workplace where employees feel valued and supported both inside and outside of work. Joining Olive Garden as a bartender means becoming part of a family-focused organization that prioritizes wellbeing, quality service, and team member growth. Every shift you work contributes to providing guests with a memorable dining experience that reflects Olive Garden’s core values of hospitality and authenticity. We encourage you to apply and become a valuable member of the Olive Garden family, where everyone is treated like family and opportunities abound.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • must be of legal age to serve alcoholic beverages
  • basic math skills for handling transactions
  • good physical stamina
  • prior bartending experience preferred

Job Qualifications

  • experience in bartending or a related hospitality role preferred
  • strong customer service skills
  • knowledge of beverage preparation and cocktail recipes
  • ability to work flexible schedules
  • excellent communication skills
  • commitment to cleanliness and safety standards
  • teamwork and collaboration skills

Job Duties

  • prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to company recipes
  • deliver exceptional guest service with genuine hospitality
  • maintain cleanliness by sanitizing and disinfecting guest and team member touchpoints
  • master beverage recipes to ensure consistency and quality
  • adhere to health and safety practices
  • engage with guests to enhance their dining experience
  • collaborate with team members to support a friendly environment

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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