Line Cook

Olive Garden is a renowned casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. Known for its warm, family-friendly atmosphere and commitment to hospitality, Olive Garden invites guests to enjoy a genuine Italian dining experience complete with signature dishes such as pasta, soups, salads, and freshly baked breadsticks. As part of a global hospitality organization, Olive Garden emphasizes quality food, excellent service, and a welcoming environment that makes every guest feel like part of the family. This opportunity is for the position of a Line Cook, a vital role within the kitchen team responsible for preparing and cooking menu items in a timely and efficient manner. The pay for this position varies by location, reflecting the local cost of living and market standards. Olive Garden values its team members highly and offers a variety of benefits aimed at supporting employee well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. As a Line Cook at Olive Garden, you will play an essential role in helping to create an exceptional guest experience by flawlessly executing recipes and ensuring that every plate leaving the kitchen meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. The role demands a strong passion for food, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and sanitation protocols that protect both team members and guests. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where teamwork and communication are key. Olive Garden not only cares about the food on the table but also about its people. The company is committed to providing ongoing training to build critical skills that help employees grow professionally and personally. Employees enjoy benefits such as flexible scheduling to accommodate life commitments like school, childcare, or family care, free employee meals on a limited menu, and competitive weekly pay. Additional benefits include paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave after one year of service, medical and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match for eligible employees. Management career advancement opportunities are available, with more than half of Olive Garden’s managers being promoted from within, underscoring the company’s dedication to internal growth and career development. Olive Garden also offers unique discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more, adding value to its comprehensive benefits package. Being part of Olive Garden means joining a family that puts the health and safety of team members and guests as a top priority. The company maintains the highest safety and sanitation practices, ensuring clean, safe, and welcoming restaurants. If you have a passion for food, a commitment to quality, and are eager to become part of a team that cares about each other and its guests, Olive Garden is ready to welcome you home as the newest member of its family.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow recipes and cooking procedures accurately
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and safety standards
• Capability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization
• Willingness to learn and receive training
• Flexibility in work schedule to accommodate restaurant hours