Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $9.75 - $18.25
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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 renowned restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine, known for its warm hospitality and family-friendly atmosphere. As a widely recognized name in the dining industry, Olive Garden has built a reputation for delivering authentic Italian flavors, crafted recipes, and exceptional guest experiences across numerous locations. The company prides itself on creating a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals and a relaxed dining experience that feels like an extension of home. Olive Garden is committed to maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation, ensuring an environment that supports both its team members and guests. Their approach highlights employee wellness, cleanliness, and a culture that encourages growth and teamwork.

This bartender role at Olive Garden offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about hospitality and excellence in guest service. As a bartender, you will play a crucial role in creating memorable dining experiences by crafting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages that complement the restaurant's authentic Italian menu. Responsibilities include mastering beverage recipes, practicing genuine hospitality, and ensuring the cleanliness and sanitization of various guest and team member touchpoints, reinforcing a safe and friendly environment. This position is designed for individuals who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic settings while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Olive Garden provides variable pay based on location along with tips, making this a role with potential for competitive earnings. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling designed to support balancing life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. Additional perks include free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary bonuses, and paid sick leave that accrues from the start of employment. Medical and dental insurance options are available, as well as paid family and medical leave after one year of service. The company also offers ongoing training to build critical skills for current roles and future career advancement opportunities, with over half of its management promoted from hourly positions. Olive Garden emphasizes a supportive work culture with various discounts, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year, and much more.

By joining Olive Garden, you become part of a family-oriented workplace focused on mutual respect, growth, and delivering quality service that guests can trust. The bartender role is more than just mixing drinks; it is about engaging guests, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and contributing to the team’s collective success. If hospitality excellence and career development are important to you, Olive Garden invites you to become a part of their winning family where every member’s contribution is valued and appreciated.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum age of 21
  • ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends
  • adherence to safety and sanitation standards
  • capacity to stand for extended periods
  • ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • lawful work eligibility

Job Qualifications

  • Prior bartending experience preferred
  • strong knowledge of beverage preparation
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • genuine hospitality and customer service orientation
  • basic math skills for handling payments

Job Duties

  • Master alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage recipes
  • deliver exceptional guest service
  • demonstrate genuine hospitality
  • sanitize and disinfect guest and team member touch points regularly
  • maintain high safety and sanitation practices
  • engage with guests to enhance their dining experience

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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