Prep Cook - $16.5 to $22 per HOUR

Olive Garden is a renowned Italian restaurant chain known for delivering an authentic Italian dining experience. As part of the Darden family of restaurants, Olive Garden prides itself on a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes every guest feel like family. With a commitment to high standards in food quality, service, and hospitality, Olive Garden continues to grow as a leader in casual dining across the United States. The company emphasizes not only the satisfaction of its guests but also the welfare and growth of its employees, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment. A Prep Cook position at Olive Garden plays a crucial role in maintaining the smooth flow of kitchen operations. This role is ideal for those who have a passion for food preparation and want to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Prep cooks are responsible for preparing ingredients such as soup, sauce, pasta, and lasagna, which are staples of the Olive Garden menu. This position requires a dedication to culinary excellence along with an unwavering commitment to kitchen safety and sanitation standards. Prep cooks must precisely follow recipes and food preparation guidelines to ensure that the high-quality standards of Olive Garden are met consistently. The employment type for this role is hourly, with competitive pay ranging from $16.50 to $22.00 per hour. Olive Garden values flexibility, understanding that team members have other life commitments, hence offering flexible work schedules. This flexibility helps employees balance school, childcare, family care, or other personal obligations. Olive Garden offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who want to launch or grow their careers in the culinary field. The company places a strong emphasis on ongoing training and development to help employees build critical skills for their current roles and future career paths. Additionally, Olive Garden supports employee advancement by promoting over half of its managers from hourly team members, highlighting the potential for growth within the company. Working as a prep cook at Olive Garden also means benefiting from various employee perks. Employees enjoy free meals from a limited menu during their shifts, weekly pay to maintain financial stability, anniversary pay recognizing their loyalty, and paid sick leave that accrues from the start of employment. Furthermore, well-rounded benefits such as paid family and medical leave after one year of service, medical and dental insurance, discounts on cellphones, travel, and electronics, and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching after one year, make Olive Garden a desirable employer. Crucially, Olive Garden puts health and safety at the forefront of its operations. The company follows rigorous safety and sanitation protocols to ensure both team member wellness and guest satisfaction. This dedication to cleanliness and safety is a core part of the work environment and the overall guest experience. In summary, joining Olive Garden as a prep cook means becoming part of a family that values quality, safety, employee growth, and a positive work-life balance. It’s a role for individuals who take pride in culinary arts and want to contribute to an exceptional dining experience, while also enjoying supportive employment benefits and opportunities for career advancement. If you have the passion and commitment, Olive Garden welcomes you to join their winning family and help continue their legacy of great food and outstanding service.

• high school diploma or equivalent
• willingness to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
• ability to stand for extended periods
• basic knowledge of food safety practices
• ability to follow instructions precisely
• commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• team-oriented attitude