Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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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
discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a leading casual dining restaurant chain known for its authentic Italian cuisine and warm hospitality. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Olive Garden has created an inviting atmosphere where guests feel like part of a family. The company prides itself on high standards, especially in health and safety, ensuring both team members and guests enjoy a safe and pleasant dining experience. Olive Garden offers a variety of benefits to employees, fostering a culture that supports work-life balance, professional growth, and well-being.

The bartender role at Olive Garden is key to delivering an exceptional Italian dining experience. Bartenders are expected to showcase genuine hospitality and expert knowledge of beverage preparation, including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Mastery of handcrafted beverage recipes is essential to exceed guest expectations consistently. The position requires maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards at all guest and team member touchpoints, underscoring the company’s commitment to safety. This role offers variable pay dependent on location, plus tips, reflecting the value placed on skilled service providers. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about hospitality and eager to thrive in a dynamic restaurant environment, with many pathways for career advancement within the company. Olive Garden supports its employees with flexible schedules to accommodate various life commitments, ongoing training for skill-building, and competitive benefits including medical insurance, paid leave, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Embracing the Olive Garden family means joining a team where high safety standards, quality service, and career development are top priorities, making it an ideal workplace for dedicated hospitality professionals.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • age 21 or older as required by law for alcohol service
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to handle cash and operate point of sale systems
  • strong commitment to customer service
  • availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Job Qualifications

  • prior bartending experience preferred
  • knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage preparation
  • ability to provide exceptional customer service
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • willingness to adhere to high safety and sanitation standards
  • ability to work flexible schedules

Job Duties

  • prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to guests
  • demonstrate genuine hospitality and deliver exceptional guest service
  • master beverage recipes to meet and exceed guest expectations
  • maintain sanitation and cleanliness of guest and team member touchpoints
  • ensure compliance with health and safety standards
  • engage with guests to create a welcoming dining experience
  • support team members during service periods

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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