Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement
flexible schedule
Paid sick time

Job Description

Olive Garden is a well-established Italian restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, authentic Italian cuisine, and welcoming atmosphere that makes every guest feel like part of the family. With numerous locations nationwide, Olive Garden has built a reputation for delivering a high-quality dining experience with an emphasis on customer service and food safety. The restaurant is committed to adhering to the highest standards of safety and sanitation, ensuring a clean, safe environment for both guests and team members. As a leading player in the casual dining industry, Olive Garden continuously strives to maintain its position by fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and career growth opportunities within its workforce.

This particular role is for a Bartender position at Olive Garden, offering a unique opportunity to join a winning family that values flexibility, respect, and personal development. Employment for this position is variable by location with pay supplemented through tips. The role involves more than just mixing drinks; it’s about crafting an authentic Italian dining experience through mastery of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage recipes while delivering exceptional guest service with genuine hospitality. Furthermore, maintaining the health and safety standards by regularly sanitizing and disinfecting key team member and guest touchpoints is a critical part of the job. The bartender is a pivotal member of the guest experience team, contributing to the restaurant’s overall atmosphere where guests feel truly welcomed and cared for. Olive Garden promotes from within, offering management career advancement and ongoing training to help team members build critical skills for current roles and future opportunities. The role offers various employee benefits including flexible schedules, free meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, retirement savings plans with company match, discounts, and much more. Joining Olive Garden means being a part of a family that supports and values its team members at every step of their professional journey.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to legally serve alcohol
  • availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • prior experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting preferred
  • commitment to following safety and sanitation standards
  • ability to stand and move for long periods
  • excellent communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • previous bartending experience preferred
  • strong knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage recipes
  • excellent customer service skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • basic math skills for cash handling
  • ability to stand for extended periods

Job Duties

  • mix and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to company recipes and standards
  • provide genuine hospitality and exceptional guest service
  • regularly sanitize and disinfect guest and team member touchpoints
  • maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • adhere to all safety and sanitation protocols
  • assist in inventory management and restocking bar supplies
  • collaborate effectively with team members to ensure smooth bar operations

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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