Dishwasher

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant specializing in authentic Italian cuisine, known for its warm hospitality and welcoming atmosphere. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden prides itself on delivering a memorable dining experience to every guest through exceptional service and high-quality food. With locations across the United States and a strong commitment to teamwork and community, Olive Garden has built a reputation as a leader in the restaurant industry. The company values its employees as family members, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone has the chance to grow and succeed.

At Olive Garden, dishwashers play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the restaurant, which is essential for providing an excellent guest experience. The dishwasher position is an hourly role, offering a competitive pay range from $16.90 to $20.75 per hour, depending on experience and location. This role is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, hardworking, and eager to contribute to a team that values high standards and professionalism.

Dishwashers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing plates, glassware, utensils, and other kitchen items, as well as maintaining cleanliness in guest and team member areas to meet rigorous safety and sanitation protocols. This position supports the front-of-house and kitchen teams by ensuring that clean supplies are always available, helping to keep service running smoothly. Olive Garden offers flexible scheduling to accommodate school, childcare, family care, and other life commitments. The company also provides ongoing training to help employees build critical skills that will benefit them in their current roles and prepare them for future career opportunities within the company.

As a member of Olive Garden’s team, you will enjoy a range of excellent benefits designed to support your overall well-being. These include free employee meals with a limited menu, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave accrued from day one. After one year of service, employees become eligible for paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching, and various discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Olive Garden is committed to promoting from within, with over half of its managers having started in hourly positions, offering clear pathways for career advancement.

We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and sanitation, ensuring that both team members and guests feel safe and cared for. By joining Olive Garden as a dishwasher, you become a key part of a team that takes pride in cleanliness and excellence. We welcome you to be part of our growing family, where your contribution is valued and where we strive to create a positive and empowering work environment for all associates. Join us at Olive Garden, and be part of a family-focused workplace where we’re all family here!