Plainfield,IL,USA Prep Cook-$15 To $18.5 Per HOUR($15-$18/hr)
Posted on October 24, 2025
Opportunity in Plainfield, IL, USA
Position: Prep Cook - $15 To $18.5 Per HOUR (Based in Plainfield, IL, USA) Employer: Olive Garden (Hiring in Plainfield, IL, USA) Based in: Plainfield, IL, USA, IL (a vibrant local hub)
Pay: $15-$18/Hour (approx. $34.8k/Year) Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits. Clear growth pathways at our Plainfield, IL, USA office.
What You'll Do
This role centers on your professional skills within the a dynamic space in Plainfield, IL, USA.
- This Plainfield, IL, USA-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Olive Garden team in Plainfield, IL, USA, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Plainfield, IL, USA, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
Olive Garden is a renowned Italian restaurant chain known for delivering an authentic Italian dining experience. With a commitment to quality, hospitality, and community, Olive Garden has established itself as a beloved destination for guests seeking delicious, comforting Italian cuisine in a welcoming environment. The company prides itself on its family-style dining, fresh ingredients, and signature dishes such as soups, sauces, pasta, and lasagna, which are key to the genuine Italian experience it offers. Olive Garden fosters a workplace culture that values its team members as family, emphasizing respect, growth, and support for its employees. The company is dedicated to maintaining the highest safety and sanitation standards to ensure the well-being of both guests and staff.
This position is for a Prep Cook at Olive Garden, offering an hourly wage ranging from $15 to $18.50. The role is focused on supporting the kitchen operations by preparing ingredients and dishes with precision and care, adhering strictly to recipe standards and sanitary guidelines. A Prep Cook at Olive Garden plays a vital role in ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly and that guests receive meals that meet and exceed their expectations. Flexibility is encouraged, with schedules designed to accommodate life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. Employees benefit from weekly pay, anniversary pay, and a comprehensive set of benefits including paid sick leave, family and medical leave, and medical and dental insurance.
Working as a Prep Cook at Olive Garden is not only about food preparation but also about being part of a team committed to delivering excellence and upholding the highest standards of safety and cleanliness. The restaurant offers ongoing training programs to help develop critical skills for the current role and prepare employees for future career advancement opportunities, with over half of the managers promoted from hourly positions. Additional perks include free employee meals from a limited menu, discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year, and much more. Olive Garden is a place where employees are valued and supported as part of a family, fostering a positive and fulfilling work environment.
- Minimum age as required by law
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Availability to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends
- Commitment to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
- Ability to handle kitchen equipment safely
- Strong work ethic and reliability