Prep Cook

Olive Garden is a renowned Italian restaurant chain dedicated to providing a genuine dining experience with classic dishes such as soup, sauce, pasta, and lasagna. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Olive Garden prides itself on fostering a family-oriented environment where both guests and team members feel valued and connected. As a part of the restaurant industry, Olive Garden continuously strives to maintain high standards in food quality, hospitality, and safety to ensure an exceptional dining experience. The company emphasizes the importance of teamwork and a positive workplace culture, encouraging employees to grow and excel within the organization. The role of the prep cook at Olive Garden is essential in supporting the kitchen team to consistently deliver high-quality meals that meet and exceed guest expectations. As a prep cook, you will play a vital part in the preparation and execution of recipes that are the hallmark of the Olive Garden dining experience. This position requires a strong passion for Italian cuisine, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest levels of safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen. The job involves preparing ingredients, assisting chefs, and ensuring that all food is prepared according to the company’s guidelines and health regulations. This is a position where location influences pay, and flexible working schedules are available to accommodate various life commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. Olive Garden offers competitive benefits to its team members, including weekly pay, free employee meals, paid sick leave, medical and dental insurance, and opportunities for career advancement within the management ranks. The company supports employee wellness and professional growth with ongoing training programs designed to build critical skills for current and future roles. Additionally, Olive Garden fosters a culture of appreciation through anniversary pay, paid family and medical leave, and various employee discounts. If you have a passion for Italian cooking, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a supportive and growth-driven family, Olive Garden welcomes you to join their team and contribute to providing a memorable dining experience for every guest. This role not only offers a chance to showcase your culinary skills but also to develop a lasting career with a globally recognized brand that values its people and their wellbeing.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a kitchen or food preparation role preferred
• Ability to follow detailed recipes accurately
• Understanding of safety and sanitation regulations
• Capacity to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment