Bartender - Talleyville, DE

Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant chain that specializes in authentic Italian dining experiences. With a strong commitment to hospitality, quality food, and exceptional guest service, Olive Garden has earned a reputation for being a warm and welcoming place. As a company, Olive Garden prioritizes a family-friendly environment where team members are valued and supported, making it a great place for both career growth and personal development. They are known for their flexible work schedules, ongoing training opportunities, and generous employee benefits that cater to a diverse workforce, including students and those with family care responsibilities. This emphasis on family culture extends beyond the workplace, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among all employees. The employment type for this position is variable pay depending on location, plus tips, which offers potential for competitive earnings, especially for individuals who excel in customer service and bartending skills. The role of a bartender at Olive Garden is key to providing an authentic Italian dining experience. As a bartender, you are expected to demonstrate genuine hospitality and deliver exceptional guest service. Your responsibilities include mastering various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage recipes to meet and exceed guest expectations. Working in a high-standard environment, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation at multiple guest and team member touch points to ensure a safe dining environment. Safety and sanitation are paramount at Olive Garden, and as a bartender, you will contribute directly to upholding these standards by ensuring that all preparation areas and equipment are regularly sanitized and disinfected. This position not only involves preparing drinks but also represents an opportunity to become an integral part of a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. Olive Garden encourages personal and professional development through ongoing training and offers management career advancement opportunities, with half of their managers being promoted from within hourly positions. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to work in a dynamic and friendly atmosphere. Additionally, Olive Garden offers a range of benefits such as flexible scheduling, paid sick leave, family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, and various employee discounts, all designed to support the wellbeing and future of their team members. Joining Olive Garden as a bartender means becoming part of a family that values your skills, growth, and wellbeing while providing a rewarding and enjoyable work environment.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• prior experience in bartending or related hospitality role preferred
• ability to follow recipes and health safety guidelines
• excellent customer service skills
• strong communication skills
• ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks
• flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays