Line Cook - Las Cruces, NM
Posted on December 22, 2025
Olive Garden is a renowned American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. Known for its inviting atmosphere and authentic Italian flavors, Olive Garden has built a strong reputation as a popular dining destination for families and food enthusiasts alike. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional guest experiences through high-quality food, warm hospitality, and a friendly, family-oriented environment. With locations across the country, Olive Garden is dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusivity, teamwork, and growth, ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported. Olive Garden also emphasizes its commitment to health and safety, maintaining rigorous sanitation standards to protect both team members and guests.
This role is for a Line Cook position at Olive Garden, where the pay varies depending on the location. As a Line Cook, you will play a vital role in the kitchen by preparing and cooking menu items with precision and passion. The position offers flexible scheduling to help balance personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care, making it ideal for individuals seeking work-life balance. Additional benefits include free employee meals from a limited menu, weekly paychecks, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave that accrues starting from the date of hire. Paid family and medical leave is also available for eligible team members after one year of service.
Medical and dental insurance are provided to support your health needs. Furthermore, Olive Garden offers ongoing training opportunities to help you build critical skills necessary for your current role and future career advancement. Employees also enjoy discounts on various products and services, including cellphones, travel, and electronics. A 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year of service is in place to support your financial planning.
At Olive Garden, career growth is encouraged, with over half of the management team having been promoted from hourly positions. Safety and sanitation remain top priorities, ensuring a clean and safe working environment for everyone. The Line Cook role demands a passion for food, attention to detail in recipe execution and plate presentation, and a strong commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a supportive family where your contribution is valued and your development is fostered. This position offers an excellent opportunity for culinary enthusiasts who want to hone their cooking skills in a dynamic and welcoming setting.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen equipment
- Effective communication skills
- Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards
- Availability to begin work promptly
- Team-oriented mindset