Prep Cook - Goodyear, AZ

Olive Garden is a well-known American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American cuisine. With a commitment to providing a genuine Italian dining experience, Olive Garden is renowned for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and high-quality dishes such as soup, sauce, pasta, and lasagna. The restaurant focuses not only on great food but also on creating a family-oriented environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow. Olive Garden is proud to offer flexible work schedules and excellent benefits, making it an attractive place for individuals looking to balance work with personal commitments such as school, childcare, or family care. The Prep Cook role at Olive Garden is an integral part of the kitchen team, responsible for assisting in the preparation of food items that meet the restaurant's high standards for quality and safety. This position requires a passion for cooking and attention to detail, particularly in executing authentic Italian recipes to ensure guests have a memorable dining experience. Prep Cooks contribute to maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, reflecting Olive Garden's top priority of health and safety for both team members and guests. The role offers opportunities for career growth, with many managers promoted from hourly team members. Olive Garden values continuous learning, providing ongoing training to build essential skills that support current duties and future advancement. Compensation varies by location, and the company offers a variety of benefits including paid sick leave, family and medical leave, medical and dental insurance, and more. Joining Olive Garden means becoming part of a family-oriented team, committed to excellence and shared success in the food service industry.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends
• Capability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and sanitation
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Experience in food preparation preferred