Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $10.00 - $18.50
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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) Plan
Management career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Olive Garden, a renowned Italian restaurant chain, is known for its warm hospitality, authentic Italian dining experience, and commitment to quality service. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy handcrafted Italian cuisine and beverages. The company emphasizes team member wellness, safety, and sanitation to ensure a healthy and clean dining experience for both guests and employees. Olive Garden is proud of its supportive work culture that values growth, with many managers promoted from within its hourly staff. The company encourages career advancement and offers ongoing training to help team members build critical skills for their current and future roles. Benefits include flexible schedules to accommodate life commitments such as school or family care, free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave and family medical leave, medical and dental insurance, 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year, and various discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics. Olive Garden’s family atmosphere and these comprehensive benefits make it a desirable workplace for individuals passionate about hospitality and guest service.

The role of a bartender at Olive Garden is essential in delivering an exceptional Italian dining experience. As a bartender, you will be responsible for crafting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages that meet the high-quality standards Olive Garden is known for. You will demonstrate genuine hospitality by engaging with guests and ensuring their satisfaction with their beverage orders. Attention to detail is critical, as you will master beverage recipes and maintain sanitized and disinfected guest and team member touch points to provide a safe and enjoyable environment. This role balances artistry in drink preparation and commitment to guest safety and cleanliness. Olive Garden values bartenders who can create a welcoming atmosphere and contribute to the team’s collective success by upholding the company’s high safety and sanitation practices. This position offers variable pay depending on location plus tips, reflecting the company’s flexible approach to compensation in different markets. Joining Olive Garden as a bartender means becoming part of a supportive family that prioritizes both employee well-being and guest satisfaction. We invite you to become a part of this winning family and help us continue to deliver memorable dining experiences to our guests.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous bartending or customer service experience preferred
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Basic math competency
  • Commitment to maintaining safety and sanitation standards

Job Qualifications

  • Previous bartending or hospitality experience preferred
  • Knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible schedules
  • Commitment to safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Basic math skills for handling transactions
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Job Duties

  • Prepare alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipes
  • Provide genuine hospitality and exceptional guest service
  • Maintain sanitation and disinfection of guest and team member areas
  • Master beverage recipes to meet quality standards
  • Engage with guests to ensure satisfaction
  • Comply with safety and sanitation standards
  • Support team members to ensure a positive work environment

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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