To Go Specialist - Join Us Now!

Olive Garden is a renowned Italian restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, delicious menu offerings, and commitment to delivering an exceptional dining experience to guests. As part of Darden Restaurants, Olive Garden has built a reputation that spans decades, focusing on providing guests with quality food, excellent service, and a welcoming environment. This company operates numerous locations across the country, serving a wide variety of Italian cuisine in a family-friendly atmosphere. Olive Garden fosters a workplace culture that emphasizes team collaboration, mutual respect, and continuous growth for its employees. As a To Go Specialist at Olive Garden, you play a crucial role in the company’s operations by ensuring guests receive their takeout orders accurately, safely, and promptly. This position is designed for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy interacting with customers. Your role revolves around providing excellent convenience to guests who prefer food to-go, whether they choose curbside pickup or in-restaurant pick-up. You will be the face of the restaurant to many customers, creating positive first impressions through friendly interactions and attentive service. The To Go Specialist position is an hourly role that offers competitive pay ranging approximately from $10.35 to $17 per hour, plus tips, reflecting your skills and dedication. Olive Garden provides flexible scheduling to accommodate school, childcare, family care, and other commitments, ensuring a work-life balance. Beyond the financial compensation, Olive Garden offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid sick leave, paid family and medical leave, a 401(k) savings plan with company match after one year, ongoing training, and opportunities for management career advancement. Many managers have risen from hourly positions, highlighting the potential for internal growth. Working at Olive Garden means joining a family that values your contributions and continues to support your professional development. The company places high importance on health and safety standards, maintaining clean restaurants, and ensuring the wellbeing of its team members and guests. This commitment translates to a secure working environment where employees can focus on their roles confidently. As a To Go Specialist, you are expected to develop an extensive knowledge of the menu items to effectively assist guests with recommendations and answer any questions they might have. Meeting guests’ expectations regarding order accuracy and timeliness is paramount. Your ability to manage orders efficiently contributes directly to customer satisfaction and helps build Loyalty to Olive Garden’s takeout services. The role demands a strong sense of urgency, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude towards teamwork. A To Go Specialist not only handles food orders but also embodies the Olive Garden spirit by making guests feel valued and welcome even when dining off-premises. Joining Olive Garden means being part of a company where everyone is treated like family, creating a workplace environment that’s supportive and rewarding. Whether you are looking for a part-time job, a stepping stone towards a career in hospitality, or a long-term position within a respected restaurant chain, Olive Garden offers expansive opportunities. With competitive pay, great benefits, flexible scheduling, and an inclusive culture, the To Go Specialist role stands as an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals aiming to contribute to a top-tier restaurant experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members
• Must be able to follow health and safety protocols