Line Cook

Olive Garden is a well-known American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. With a strong reputation for providing a warm, welcoming dining experience, Olive Garden emphasizes family values, quality food, and exceptional guest service. The restaurant chain offers a variety of classic Italian dishes, including pastas, soups, salads, and seafood, delighting diners with authentic flavors and generous portions. Olive Garden is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where employees are seen as part of the family. They continually invest in training and career advancement, supporting their team members' growth within the company. This job opportunity is for the position of Line Cook at Olive Garden. Working as a line cook here means you will be joining a family-oriented team that upholds high standards of food preparation, safety, and sanitation. As a line cook, your primary responsibility will be to prepare menu items with precision and care, ensuring that each dish meets the restaurant’s quality and presentation standards. This role requires a passion for food, attention to detail, and a commitment to the health and safety practices necessary to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment. The position offers variable pay depending on location, providing flexibility for various markets. Olive Garden offers a flexible schedule to help team members balance work with personal life responsibilities such as school, childcare, or family care. Employees also enjoy weekly pay, paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, and anniversary pay to recognize their commitment and contributions. In addition, Olive Garden provides ongoing training opportunities designed to build critical skills that support current job roles and future career advancement within the company. Additional benefits at Olive Garden include free employee meals from a limited menu, medical and dental insurance options, discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. The company also offers a 401(k) savings plan with a company match after one year of service, encouraging financial security for employees. There are strong management career advancement opportunities, with over half of Olive Garden’s managers promoted from hourly positions, showcasing a commitment to promoting internal talent. Working at Olive Garden means joining a team that values health and safety for both employees and guests. The company adheres to rigorous sanitation and wellness standards, demonstrating their dedication to maintaining clean, safe restaurants. This ensures that the workplace is a positive and healthy environment for all staff and guests. Through this role, employees become part of something bigger—a supportive family culture that fosters teamwork, professional growth, and a rewarding work experience. If you have a passion for food, attention to detail, and want to grow your career in a supportive environment with excellent benefits, Olive Garden invites you to join their family as a line cook and contribute to the continued success and reputation of this beloved restaurant brand.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year kitchen or cooking experience preferred
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation standards
• Good communication skills