Prep Cook

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant known for its warm hospitality and authentic Italian cuisine. Established with a mission to provide guests with a genuine Italian dining experience, Olive Garden has become a staple in many communities by combining delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional customer service. At Olive Garden, the belief that every team member is part of a larger family is central, promoting a supportive work environment where professionalism and respect coexist with fun and growth opportunities. The company emphasizes the health and safety of both its guests and employees by adhering to the highest standards of safety and sanitation practices, such as maintaining clean restaurants and ensuring team member wellness.

The role of Prep Cook at Olive Garden is a vital part of delivering the quality and authenticity that the brand promises. As a Prep Cook, you will play a key role in the kitchen by preparing ingredients and dishes that form the foundation of the Olive Garden dining experience, including soups, sauces, pasta, and lasagna. This position requires a strong passion for cooking and a commitment to following recipes with precision to consistently meet and exceed guest expectations. Beyond culinary skills, this role demands a firm commitment to safety and sanitation standards to ensure that all food preparation processes uphold the highest levels of cleanliness and safety.

This position offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate other life commitments such as school, childcare, or family duties, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking work-life balance. Employees benefit from weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, and paid family and medical leave after a year of service. Additional benefits include medical and dental insurance, ongoing training programs designed to build critical skills for current and future roles, and discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Olive Garden also provides a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service, encouraging financial planning and security for its team members.

Olive Garden is proud to offer management career advancement opportunities, with more than half of its managers promoted from hourly positions, demonstrating a clear pathway for growth within the company. The culture at Olive Garden is one of inclusion, growth, and recognition, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about the restaurant industry and eager to develop their careers.

Joining Olive Garden as a Prep Cook means becoming part of a family that values every contribution and supports each team member in reaching their potential. The role not only provides a platform to develop culinary skills but also promotes an environment where safety, quality, and guest satisfaction are paramount. If you have a passion for cooking and aspire to be part of a well-established restaurant known for its genuine Italian dining experience and employee care, this opportunity at Olive Garden could be the perfect fit for you.