Prep Cook - Pleasant Prairie, WI

Olive Garden is a well-established and beloved restaurant chain known for offering authentic Italian dining experiences across numerous locations. Renowned for its warm, inviting atmosphere and commitment to quality, Olive Garden has become a favorite destination for families and friends seeking delicious soups, sauces, pastas, and traditional Italian dishes. The company emphasizes the importance of a family-oriented work culture, encouraging a supportive and collaborative environment where team members can grow and succeed together. With a focus on high standards for health and safety, Olive Garden places the wellness of both its employees and guests as a top priority. This dedication to cleanliness and team member wellness contributes significantly to maintaining the exceptional dining experience Olive Garden is known for. This role as a Prep Cook is critical to the restaurant's kitchen operations and overall guest satisfaction. As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and executing a variety of recipes that are fundamental to the genuine Italian dining experience Olive Garden provides. This includes the preparation of soups, sauces, pasta dishes, and lasagna among other items. Success in this role requires a strong passion for food preparation and an unwavering commitment to executing recipes flawlessly to meet and exceed guest expectations consistently. Safety and sanitation are also vital aspects of this position, requiring adherence to the highest standards to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment. At Olive Garden, the Prep Cook is an essential part of the culinary team, helping create the delicious meals that bring guests back time and again. Olive Garden offers flexible schedules to support work-life balance, including accommodating school, childcare, and family care commitments. The compensation varies by location, and the company provides weekly pay along with additional benefits such as anniversary pay and paid sick leave, accruing at a rate of one hour per every 30 hours worked. Furthermore, Olive Garden supports paid family and medical leave after one year of service, offering up to two weeks of leave. Medical and dental insurance options are available, along with ongoing training programs designed to build valuable skills for current and future role advancement. Team members also enjoy discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics, and more. The company offers a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions after one year of service. Management career advancement opportunities are abundant, with more than 50 percent of managers promoted from hourly positions, reflecting Olive Garden's commitment to internal growth and development. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about Italian cuisine who seek a supportive and rewarding workplace culture where they can advance their career and be part of a family-oriented team.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to prepare food according to recipes
• Commitment to following safety and sanitation standards
• Availability to work flexible schedules
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Strong work ethic