Bartender - Albuquerque, NM

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain that celebrates the rich traditions and flavors of Italian cuisine. Known for its warm ambiance and a commitment to exceptional guest experiences, Olive Garden has become a beloved destination for families and food enthusiasts alike. The company prides itself on fostering a friendly and inclusive culture where team members are valued as an essential part of the family. Olive Garden operates numerous locations across the United States, each dedicated to delivering quality food, outstanding hospitality, and a safe dining environment. The restaurant chain emphasizes high standards of health and safety for both guests and employees, incorporating rigorous sanitation and wellness practices to ensure every visit is enjoyable and secure. This role is for a bartender position at Olive Garden, where the pay varies by location, complemented by tips as additional compensation. As a bartender, you play a crucial role in enhancing the overall dining experience by crafting handcrafted beverages that contribute to the authentic Italian dining atmosphere. The role requires genuine hospitality and the ability to deliver exceptional guest service consistently. You will be responsible for mastering a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage recipes, ensuring that each drink meets Olive Garden's quality standards and exceeds guest expectations. Beyond beverage preparation, this role also involves maintaining cleanliness and sanitation across various touchpoints to uphold the restaurant's health and safety policies. As a member of the Olive Garden team, you benefit from flexible schedules to balance personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. The restaurant provides a free employee meal, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave, with an accrual of one hour for every 30 hours worked starting immediately upon hire. After one year of service, paid family and medical leave of up to two weeks is available. Additional benefits include access to medical and dental insurance, ongoing training programs designed to help team members build skills for current and future roles, and various discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. Olive Garden also offers a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service and robust career advancement opportunities, with over half of its managers having been promoted from hourly positions. The company culture encourages growth, development, and a sense of belonging, making Olive Garden a place where employees can thrive professionally and personally. The restaurant’s commitment to a family-like atmosphere is reflected in its motto, "We’re All Family Here," emphasizing collaboration, respect, and a supportive work environment. Joining Olive Garden as a bartender means becoming part of a winning family dedicated to making every guest feel welcomed and cared for through exceptional service and attention to detail. This position not only offers a rewarding work experience but also the chance to develop valuable skills and grow within a nationally recognized brand that values its people as much as its food.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a bartending or similar role preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Commitment to health and safety protocols