Bartender - Louisville, KY
Posted on October 24, 2025
Olive Garden is a renowned Italian-themed casual dining restaurant chain recognized for offering an inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional service. With numerous locations across the United States, Olive Garden has built a reputation for its commitment to quality food, warm hospitality, and a family-friendly environment. The company strongly values its team members, often referring to them as part of a 'winning family', and invests significantly in creating a supportive workplace culture with ample opportunities for career advancement. Olive Garden’s employment type varies by position and location, and pay for the bartender role is variable by location plus tips, ensuring competitive compensation aligned with regional standards.
As a Bartender at Olive Garden, you will play a pivotal role in crafting an authentic Italian dining experience through your mastery of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. This position requires a genuine hospitality spirit and a strong focus on guest satisfaction. You'll be responsible not only for mixing drinks but also for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with Olive Garden’s commitment to health and safety. This includes regularly sanitizing guest and team member touchpoints within your work area to promote a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Bartenders at Olive Garden enjoy flexible schedules designed to help balance personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. Benefits include free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and comprehensive paid leave options, including sick leave and family medical leave. The company provides medical and dental insurance, ongoing training to build critical skills for current roles and future career development, as well as discounts on various products and services. Additionally, Olive Garden offers a 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year of service and management career advancement opportunities, with over half of their managers promoted from hourly positions.
Working here means more than just a job; it means joining a family that prioritizes the health and safety of team members and guests alike. Olive Garden follows the highest safety and sanitation practices to ensure that every visit is a safe and pleasant experience. If you have a passion for hospitality, a dedication to quality service, and a desire to be part of a dynamic team, this role offers a rewarding workplace with many growth paths. Olive Garden welcomes you to become part of their family and contribute to crafting memorable dining experiences that keep guests returning.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
- Previous experience in food and beverage service preferred