Olive Garden is hiring a Restaurant Manager-Jackson,MS in

Olive Garden is a prominent and well-established restaurant chain known for its dedication to providing a warm, family-friendly dining experience that emphasizes Italian-American cuisine. With over 870 restaurants across the United States and Canada, Olive Garden has secured its place as a leading casual dining establishment widely recognized for its commitment to quality food, excellent customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere. As part of the Darden Restaurants group, Olive Garden benefits from extensive resources and expertise in the hospitality industry, helping maintain consistent standards while enabling growth and innovation. The company's culture is deeply rooted in the values of family and community, with a strong focus on supporting both their guests and their team members. This is evident through their community involvement, including substantial charitable efforts such as donations to food banks and grants provided to their team members through emergency assistance funds. The Restaurant Manager role at Olive Garden offers an exciting opportunity to join a thriving hospitality company that values work-life balance, career growth, and employee well-being. Employment for this position offers variable pay based on location, with competitive base salaries complemented by quarterly bonus eligibility, ensuring rewarding compensation that aligns with performance. Restaurant Managers at Olive Garden are provided with an environment designed to support both professional ambitions and personal needs, featuring a work schedule that typically limits hours to no more than 50 per week with two days off, including consistently one weekend off per month. Additional benefits include paid vacation and flex time with up to three weeks of paid time off available within the first year, employee assistance programs to support work-life balance, and family-friendly leave policies such as maternity, paternity, adoption reimbursement, and paid time to care for family members after one year of service. In terms of career advancement, Olive Garden invests heavily in its team members, providing substantial training and development opportunities. Their track record of promoting from within is impressive, with 99 percent of General Managers and Directors of Operations having advanced internally. Further support through tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance underscores the company’s commitment to enabling employees to build long-lasting careers in hospitality. Importantly, Olive Garden also offers robust benefits including immediate eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance, discounts at numerous merchants, and retirement plans featuring company matches and additional contributions to 401(k) accounts, alongside an employee stock purchase program. Safety and sanitation are top priorities, and Olive Garden continues to follow CDC guidelines to protect guests, team members, and managers. Overall, the Restaurant Manager position at Olive Garden represents a fulfilling role within a widely respected company focusing on quality, community, and the growth and happiness of their employees. The company’s motto, "We’re All Family Here!" encapsulates the supportive and inclusive culture that defines Olive Garden, promising a workplace where dedication is recognized, and teamwork thrives.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• previous management experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment
• ability to work flexible hours including weekends
• strong leadership and organizational skills
• excellent communication abilities
• capacity to handle high-pressure situations
• willingness to adhere to company policies and standards