Server

Olive Garden is a renowned Italian casual dining restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, delicious food, and commitment to creating memorable dining experiences. As part of the Darden Restaurants family, Olive Garden has built a reputation for offering quality Italian cuisine in a welcoming and family-friendly environment. With a strong focus on team member well-being and guest satisfaction, Olive Garden fosters a culture where every employee is valued and encouraged to grow professionally.

The role offered is that of a server, a vital position in ensuring that guests enjoy exceptional dining experiences. Servers at Olive Garden are the heart of the restaurant, connecting guests with the rich flavors of Italy through knowledgeable and attentive service. This position is hourly with a wage of $16.90 per hour plus tips, offering a flexible schedule to help balance other life commitments such as school, childcare, and family care. Servers benefit from competitive pay and a generous tip structure, reflecting their direct contribution to the guest experience.

This position offers a range of benefits including free employee meals from a limited menu, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave which accrues at one hour for every thirty hours worked starting from the date of hire. Employees are also eligible for paid family and medical leave of up to two weeks after one year of service, along with medical and dental insurance. Olive Garden supports continuous learning with ongoing training to build critical skills for current and future roles and provides discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more.

Additionally, there is a 401(k) savings plan with company matching available after one year of service. Career advancement is strongly encouraged at Olive Garden, where over half of the managers are promoted from hourly positions, emphasizing internal growth and long-term employment opportunities. The company prioritizes health and safety with rigorous sanitation protocols and wellness checks, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.

Working as a server at Olive Garden means delivering safe, friendly, and attentive service that makes guests feel welcome and part of the Olive Garden family. Servers thrive by sharing their knowledge of food, wine, and fresh ingredients, taking guests on an imaginative culinary tour of Italy. This role requires passion for hospitality, attention to detail, and the ability to engage guests in a way that ensures their visit is memorable.

Whether you are seeking a flexible job to complement your lifestyle or a foothold in the hospitality industry with clear paths for career advancement, Olive Garden offers a vibrant, supportive workplace. Join Olive Garden as a server and become a vital part of a team committed to excellence, respect, and family values. We look forward to welcoming you into our family where every team member contributes to making our guests feel at home.