Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.13
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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
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant specializing in authentic Italian cuisine and a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. As a leader in the restaurant industry, Olive Garden is known for its commitment to high standards, exceptional guest service, and a strong dedication to employee well-being and growth. With a reputation for delivering handcrafted meals and beverages, Olive Garden provides a welcoming environment that encourages teamwork, career advancement, and work-life balance. Their mission emphasizes not just serving great food but creating a memorable dining experience for each guest, which is supported by ongoing training and development opportunities for their team members.

Olive Garden offers a part-time Bartender position with a competitive pay rate of $17.13 per hour plus tips. This role is pivotal in enhancing the guest experience by crafting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages that meet the restaurant’s high-quality standards. As a bartender at Olive Garden, you will showcase genuine hospitality and ensure a positive, safe, and clean environment by adhering to rigorous safety and sanitation protocols. Flexible scheduling supports team members balancing other life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care. The job also includes a variety of employee benefits, such as a free meal, weekly pay, anniversary bonuses, paid sick leave and family medical leave, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with a company match. Moreover, the company promotes internal growth: more than 50% of managers are promoted from hourly positions, highlighting a strong culture of career advancement.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and who take pride in delivering excellent customer service. Apart from preparing beverages, bartenders play an important role in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation at various guest and team member touchpoints to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone. Olive Garden’s supportive and family-oriented culture fosters a work environment where employees feel valued, respected, and motivated to contribute their best every day. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a larger family dedicated to hospitality excellence and continuous personal and professional growth.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • legal age to serve alcoholic beverages
  • ability to stand for extended periods
  • availability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
  • good physical stamina
  • strong work ethic
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation protocols

Job Qualifications

  • prior bartending or beverage service experience preferred
  • knowledge of beverage recipes and mixology techniques
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • strong attention to detail and cleanliness
  • customer service oriented
  • ability to handle cash and process transactions

Job Duties

  • prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage recipes to meet guest expectations
  • demonstrate genuine hospitality and deliver exceptional guest service
  • ensure guest and team member touchpoints are regularly sanitized and disinfected
  • maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar area
  • comply with health and safety standards
  • assist with inventory management and restocking supplies
  • contribute to a positive team environment

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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