Line Cook - Pasadena, TX

Olive Garden is a prominent and widely recognized restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine, renowned for its warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere, and commitment to delivering authentic Italian flavors. Established with the vision of providing a family-friendly dining experience, Olive Garden has grown into one of the largest and most beloved casual dining establishments across the United States and beyond. Known for its high-quality food, excellent customer service, and dedication to maintaining top health and safety standards, Olive Garden continues to attract both guests and talented professionals who are passionate about the hospitality industry. As a part of Olive Garden's team, employees join a community that prioritizes family values, teamwork, and career development. The company offers a supportive work environment where continuous learning and growth are encouraged. With flexible scheduling options, ongoing training programs, and advancement opportunities, Olive Garden is dedicated to helping its team members succeed both personally and professionally. Olive Garden’s commitment extends beyond just the dining experience; it includes ensuring a safe and sanitary workplace and providing competitive benefits that cater to the diverse needs of its staff. This position is for a Line Cook at Olive Garden, a crucial role that blends culinary skill, precision, and a genuine passion for food. The Line Cook is responsible for executing recipes flawlessly, maintaining high standards of food quality, and ensuring that every dish reaching the guest exemplifies the authentic Italian cuisine that Olive Garden is celebrated for. Working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, the Line Cook must be adept at multitasking, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering strictly to health and safety protocols. The role offers variable pay depending on the location, reflecting the diverse markets Olive Garden operates in. Employment comes with a wide array of benefits designed to support the work-life balance and well-being of employees. These include flexible scheduling to accommodate life commitments such as school or family care, a free employee meal with a limited menu, weekly pay, anniversary pay, and paid sick leave that accrues with hours worked. Additionally, Olive Garden provides paid family and medical leave after a year of service, medical and dental insurance, and opportunities for continued skill development through training programs. Olive Garden encourages advancement within the company, with over half of its managers being promoted from hourly positions, underscoring the potential for growth within the team. Employees can also enjoy discounts on various products and services such as cellphones, travel, and electronics, along with participation in a 401(k) savings plan with company matching following one year of service. The rich culture of Olive Garden fosters a sense of belonging and mutual respect, making it more than just a workplace but a family that values every member's contribution. Joining Olive Garden as a Line Cook means being part of a dedicated team committed to quality, service, and excellence. It means having the chance to develop your culinary talents in a supportive environment while contributing to memorable dining experiences for guests. At Olive Garden, every employee is valued and plays a part in upholding the company’s reputation for authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional hospitality. If you have a passion for food, a dedication to high safety and sanitation standards, and a desire to grow within a welcoming family-oriented organization, this opportunity is the perfect fit. We look forward to welcoming you to our Olive Garden family, where we truly believe that together, we all succeed.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior cooking experience preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Willingness to adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Physical capability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks