Bartender - Part-time

Olive Garden is a well-established and beloved restaurant chain recognized for delivering a warm and inviting Italian dining experience. With numerous locations across the country, Olive Garden is dedicated to providing exceptional service in a family-friendly atmosphere. The company prides itself on high standards of health and safety, cleanliness, and team member wellness, ensuring both guests and staff feel valued and secure. Olive Garden is not just a restaurant; it’s a community where employees are treated like part of a winning family. Employment at Olive Garden comes with varied pay depending on location, plus tips, reflecting a competitive compensation package that rewards hard work and dedication. The role of Bartender at Olive Garden is pivotal to maintaining the restaurant's vibrant, authentic atmosphere. This position demands a high level of hospitality, as bartenders are at the heart of guest interaction and service. Bartenders at Olive Garden are responsible for crafting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with precision and care to meet strict recipe standards, ensuring that each drink elevates the guest’s dining experience. This job also includes maintaining stringent sanitation practices to uphold the restaurant's commitment to cleanliness and safety, especially at guest and team member touchpoints. Working as a bartender at Olive Garden is more than just mixing drinks. It involves embodying the values of hospitality by creating an inviting, friendly environment where guests feel like family. Bartenders play a critical role in managing multiple responsibilities smoothly, from preparing beverages to ensuring the bar area remains clean and well-stocked. The position offers flexible scheduling designed to help employees balance their work with other commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. Team members in this role also benefit greatly from Olive Garden’s comprehensive suite of employee benefits. These include weekly pay, anniversary bonuses, paid sick leave that accrues starting immediately, and paid family and medical leave after one year of service. Medical and dental insurance options are available, supporting the overall well-being of each employee. The company invests in ongoing training, helping bartenders and other staff build critical skills for career advancement. Olive Garden provides discounts on various consumer needs like cell phones, travel, and electronics, along with a 401(k) savings plan that includes a company match after one year of service. The culture strongly supports growth, with over half of management positions filled by those promoted from hourly roles. Joining Olive Garden as a Bartender means becoming part of a dedicated team that values quality, safety, and exceptional service. The restaurant continuously strives to provide an authentic Italian dining experience coupled with a safe and supportive work environment. If you have a passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences in a family-oriented setting, Olive Garden welcomes you to bring your talents and become their newest family member.

• Minimum age as required by law
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to handle cash and tips accurately
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong customer service orientation