Bartender
Posted on October 24, 2025
Olive Garden is a renowned Italian dining restaurant committed to delivering an exceptional guest experience through authentic recipes and warm hospitality. Established as a leader in the casual dining industry, Olive Garden prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere that makes every guest feel like they are part of a family. The restaurant chain is celebrated for its handcrafted food and beverage offerings, signature hospitality, and dedication to the health and safety of its team members and patrons. With a nationwide presence, Olive Garden provides ample opportunities for career growth, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment. This enables employees to develop critical skills that benefit their current roles and future aspirations. The company’s culture emphasizes teamwork, respect, and high performance, with many management positions filled by internal promotions, reflecting a strong commitment to employee advancement and recognition.
At Olive Garden, the role of the bartender is integral to the authentic Italian dining experience. As a bartender, you will be the face of hospitality, responsible for crafting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages that delight guests and elevate their dining journey. Your expertise in mastering beverage recipes will contribute to creating memorable moments for each visitor, all while upholding Olive Garden’s high standards for quality and safety. The position comes with variable pay based on location plus tips, reflecting a competitive compensation structure tailored to different markets. The establishment fosters a family-oriented environment where team members enjoy a flexible schedule designed to balance life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care.
The bartender role also places a strong emphasis on sanitation and cleanliness. You will regularly sanitize and disinfect various guest and team member touchpoints to ensure a safe and healthy environment, reinforcing Olive Garden's dedication to health and safety practices. This position offers numerous benefits, including weekly pay, anniversary pay, paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, ongoing training, and a robust 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year of service. Moreover, employees can take advantage of discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Olive Garden provides plenty of chances for career advancement, with over half of management promoted from within hourly roles. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a supportive and growth-oriented family where you can thrive professionally and personally.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to prepare and serve beverages following recipes
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Availability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
- Commitment to health and safety protocols
- Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts
- Previous bartending experience preferred but not required