Line Cook - Quick Hire!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Olive Garden is a renowned Italian-American casual dining restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, authentic flavors, and family-friendly atmosphere. Established with a commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience, Olive Garden combines traditional Italian recipes with high-quality ingredients to create a welcoming environment where guests can enjoy great food and excellent service. As part of a global restaurant network, Olive Garden emphasizes the importance of teamwork, career growth, and fostering a positive workplace culture. The company is dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety, sanitation, and wellness for both employees and guests, ensuring a safe and clean dining environment. Olive Garden offers flexible employment options, competitive wages ranging from $16.50 to $23 per hour, and a variety of benefits designed to support the work-life balance and professional growth of its team members. The restaurant's commitment to its people is reflected in its numerous employee perks, including paid sick leave, family and medical leave, health and dental insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching. Furthermore, Olive Garden provides ongoing training and advancement opportunities, with over half of its management team promoted from hourly positions, underscoring its dedication to nurturing talent from within. 
In the role of a line cook at Olive Garden, you will be an integral part of the culinary team responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality dishes that meet the company’s exacting standards. The position requires a strong passion for cooking authentic Italian cuisine, with an emphasis on flawless execution of recipes and attractive plate presentation. As a line cook, you will play a critical role in upholding food safety and sanitation protocols, ensuring that every dish leaving the kitchen meets the highest standards of hygiene and quality. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and take pride in contributing to the overall guest experience. Line cooks at Olive Garden benefit from flexible schedules that accommodate personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care, making it an ideal job for those seeking work-life balance. In addition to competitive pay and weekly wages, employees enjoy free meals with a limited menu, anniversary pay, and various discounts on travel, electronics, and cellphones. This role not only offers a chance to work with a respected brand but also opens avenues for career advancement within the hospitality industry. Join Olive Garden’s Family and help continue the tradition of excellence and hospitality that has made the restaurant a beloved destination for guests worldwide.
                - high school diploma or equivalent
 - ability to perform physical tasks required for kitchen work
 - availability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
 - basic math skills for measuring and portioning
 - ability to stand for extended periods
 - good hygiene practices