Prep Cook

Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain celebrated for its authentic Italian dining experience, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like home to guests and employees alike. With a commitment to quality, hospitality, and genuine customer service, Olive Garden has become a staple in the restaurant industry, continually striving to exceed guest expectations through its made-from-scratch recipes and exceptional team culture. As a part of a larger family of restaurants, Olive Garden places great emphasis on the health, safety, and well-being of both its team members and guests, adhering to rigorous safety and sanitation standards to create an environment that is not only inviting but also safe and hygienic. This dedication ensures a top-notch dining experience while fostering a supportive and caring workplace for employees.

We are currently seeking a passionate Prep Cook to join our dynamic team at Olive Garden. This role offers an hourly wage ranging from $16.90 to $21.75, reflecting our commitment to rewarding our team members fairly based on their skills and experience. As a Prep Cook, you will play a crucial role in preparing essential components of our menu, including soups, sauces, pastas, and lasagna, all integral to delivering the genuine Italian experience our guests cherish. Your work behind the scenes will directly impact the quality and consistency of each dish served, making your contribution vital to the overall guest satisfaction.

In this role, you will be expected to demonstrate a strong passion for food preparation, coupled with a meticulous attention to detail to ensure every recipe is executed flawlessly according to company standards. Beyond culinary skills, you must uphold the highest safety and sanitation practices, reflecting Olive Garden’s unwavering commitment to team member wellness and guest safety. Working at Olive Garden means being part of a family where flexible schedules accommodate life’s commitments such as school, childcare, and family care, providing a healthy work-life balance.

Our benefits package is designed to support and reward our team, featuring flexible work schedules, free employee meals with a limited menu, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave that accrues from day one. After one year of service, employees are eligible for paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, and participation in a 401(k) savings plan with company match. We also offer discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more, along with ongoing training that helps build critical skills for current roles and fosters career advancement opportunities. In fact, more than half of our managers started in hourly positions, showcasing our strong internal promotion culture.

Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a supportive, family-oriented team where you can grow personally and professionally while contributing to a beloved dining experience. If you have a passion for food and a commitment to excellence, we would love to welcome you to our family and help you build a rewarding career with us.