
Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.16 - $18.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
Employee Discounts
401K Savings Plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Job Description
Olive Garden is a well-known casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. With numerous locations across the United States, Olive Garden has built a reputation for delivering a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere where guests can enjoy made-from-scratch meals and exceptional service. As part of the Darden Restaurants group, Olive Garden emphasizes team collaboration, inclusivity, and career growth opportunities for its employees. The restaurant continuously strives to maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction, making it a popular destination for families and individuals alike.
At Olive Garden, the role of the dishwasher is vital to the overall success of the restaurant. This position ensures that all plates, glassware, utensils, and other kitchen items are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both guests and team members. Working as a dishwasher offers flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care needs. Team members receive competitive pay starting from $15.16 to $18.50 per hour along with numerous benefits aimed at supporting work-life balance and career growth.
As a dishwasher, your responsibilities extend beyond standard cleaning tasks; you contribute directly to guests’ positive dining experiences by helping maintain a sanitary and efficient kitchen environment. Olive Garden places high importance on safety and sanitation, ensuring adherence to the best practices for team member wellness and cleanliness. This role presents opportunities for ongoing training and development, enabling team members to build critical skills that can lead to advancement within the organization. The company proudly promotes internal growth, with over half of its managers being promoted from hourly roles.
Working at Olive Garden means becoming part of a supportive and diverse family where your contribution matters. Employees enjoy benefits such as paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and discounts on personal items like cellphones and travel. Additionally, Olive Garden offers a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service, further underlining its commitment to employee financial well-being.
Overall, joining Olive Garden as a dishwasher is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced but rewarding environment that values safety, teamwork, and career development. Whether you are starting your career or looking for stable employment with growth prospects, Olive Garden welcomes you to become part of its winning family.
At Olive Garden, the role of the dishwasher is vital to the overall success of the restaurant. This position ensures that all plates, glassware, utensils, and other kitchen items are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both guests and team members. Working as a dishwasher offers flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care needs. Team members receive competitive pay starting from $15.16 to $18.50 per hour along with numerous benefits aimed at supporting work-life balance and career growth.
As a dishwasher, your responsibilities extend beyond standard cleaning tasks; you contribute directly to guests’ positive dining experiences by helping maintain a sanitary and efficient kitchen environment. Olive Garden places high importance on safety and sanitation, ensuring adherence to the best practices for team member wellness and cleanliness. This role presents opportunities for ongoing training and development, enabling team members to build critical skills that can lead to advancement within the organization. The company proudly promotes internal growth, with over half of its managers being promoted from hourly roles.
Working at Olive Garden means becoming part of a supportive and diverse family where your contribution matters. Employees enjoy benefits such as paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and discounts on personal items like cellphones and travel. Additionally, Olive Garden offers a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service, further underlining its commitment to employee financial well-being.
Overall, joining Olive Garden as a dishwasher is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced but rewarding environment that values safety, teamwork, and career development. Whether you are starting your career or looking for stable employment with growth prospects, Olive Garden welcomes you to become part of its winning family.
Job Requirements
- minimum age 16 years
- ability to stand for long periods
- willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- ability to follow safety and sanitation protocols
- reliable attendance and punctuality
- ability to communicate effectively with team members and management
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or equivalent preferred
- prior dishwashing or kitchen experience is a plus
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- strong attention to detail and hygienic practices
- good physical stamina to stand and lift for extended periods
- team player with a positive attitude
Job Duties
- clean and sanitize plates, glassware, and utensils
- maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dishwashing areas
- ensure proper sanitation of guest and team member touch points
- support team members with tasks as needed
- adhere to health and safety guidelines
- assist in waste disposal and recycling
- participate in ongoing training and development
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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