Bartender - Fort Worth, TX

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine, known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and family-friendly dining experience. As part of Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden prides itself on creating a community where employees are treated like family and guests enjoy authentic, handcrafted meals. The company is deeply committed to employee welfare, offering flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities to support and grow its team members. Olive Garden’s dedication to excellence is reflected not only in its culinary offerings but also in its high standards for safety and sanitation, ensuring a safe environment for both guests and staff. The Bartender role at Olive Garden is integral to delivering a memorable dining experience by crafting expertly made beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. This position requires a genuine passion for hospitality and a commitment to guest satisfaction. As a bartender, you will be responsible for mastering a variety of drink recipes, engaging with guests to ensure their needs are met, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards at all times. The role demands attention to detail and a proactive approach to sanitizing guest areas and team touchpoints to uphold the restaurant's health and safety policies. Employment for this role is variable pay by location plus tips, reflecting the restaurant industry's standards where location and experience can influence earning potential. Employees benefit from weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave, with additional paid family and medical leave available after one year of service. Olive Garden also offers medical and dental insurance, ongoing training programs to help employees build critical skills for their current roles and future career advancement, and discounts on various products and services including cellphones and travel. The company fosters an environment of growth where over 50 percent of managers have been promoted internally from hourly positions, encouraging career development and leadership within the team. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family where everyone’s contribution is valued, and high standards are maintained to ensure an exceptional dining environment. This role is more than just mixing drinks; it is about creating connections with guests, providing a safe and sanitary atmosphere, and embodying the spirit of hospitality that Olive Garden is known for. If you are passionate about the art of bartending and eager to join a company that values flexibility, support, and growth, this is the perfect opportunity to start a fulfilling career with Olive Garden.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• previous experience in bartending or customer service
• ability to prepare various beverages accurately
• strong communication skills
• ability to maintain high sanitation standards
• willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
• ability to stand for extended periods