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Posted on January 15, 2026
Position in Merrillville, IN, USA, IN
Role in Merrillville, IN, USA: To Go Specialist - Join Us Now! Hiring Organization: Olive Garden Worksite: Merrillville, IN, USA, IN Posted: Recently.
Compensation: Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits. Clear growth pathways at our Merrillville, IN, USA office.
What You'll Do
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Merrillville, IN, USA location.
- This Merrillville, IN, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Olive Garden team in Merrillville, IN, USA, IN is growing.
- Benefit from working in Merrillville, IN, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Olive Garden is a renowned restaurant brand known for delivering exceptional Italian dining experiences through a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. With a strong commitment to quality, service, and hospitality, Olive Garden has become a place where guests feel welcome and valued. The company has built its success on a foundation of creating memorable experiences for every visitor, emphasizing high standards of food preparation, cleanliness, and customer service. Olive Garden supports its employees with competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and an inclusive culture that nurtures teamwork and collaboration.
This position as a To Go Specialist at Olive Garden offers a unique opportunity to be a vital part of the guest experience by ensuring convenient, safe, and efficient food pick-up options. As an essential member of the team, the To Go Specialist is responsible for managing takeout orders, whether guests choose curbside or in-restaurant pick-up. This role emphasizes maintaining order accuracy, timely delivery, and exceptional customer service while upholding the restaurant's high safety and sanitation standards. The position features variable pay depending on location, plus tips, aligning with efforts to reward excellent performance and dedication.
The To Go Specialist plays a crucial role in adapting to modern dining trends by supporting guests with quick and safe access to their meals during busy schedules, including school, childcare, and family commitments. Candidates thrive in fast-paced environments where a positive attitude, attention to detail, and strong menu knowledge are key to fostering guest loyalty. Olive Garden invests in ongoing training for its employees to help build critical skills for current responsibilities and future career advancement.
The company places paramount importance on the health and safety of both staff and patrons, implementing rigorous sanitation protocols, wellness initiatives, and clean working environments. Olive Garden provides a wide array of benefits including flexible schedules, free employee meals, weekly pay, anniversary bonuses, paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, discounts on various products and services, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, and opportunities for management career advancement, with over half of managers promoted from hourly roles.
Joining Olive Garden as a To Go Specialist means becoming part of a supportive family where team members are valued and encouraged to grow professionally and personally. The company culture embraces inclusivity, respect, and dedication to delivering superb dining experiences to guests. This role is ideal for individuals excited to engage with customers, demonstrate urgency, and make recommendations with confidence. Olive Garden welcomes its new team members to a collaborative environment committed to success and mutual support.
- able to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
- must be able to stand for extended periods
- ability to lift moderate weights
- excellent communication skills
- customer service experience preferred
- basic understanding of food safety regulations
- reliable and punctual
- able to follow instructions accurately