SERVER - OLIVE GARDEN WINNIPEG POLO PARK

Olive Garden Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount dining

Flexible schedule

Energetic team

Competitive wages

Growth opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

Olive Garden Canada is hiring servers to deliver friendly, attentive service in a lively, family-friendly setting. You’ll guide guests through our Italian-inspired menu, share recommendations, and ensure a warm, memorable dining experience.

We value hospitality, teamwork, and safety. If you thrive in a fast-paced restaurant and enjoy making guests feel at home, join our Winning Family and grow with our iconic Canadian brand.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver friendly, attentive guest service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Know and promote regular promotional menus.
• Suggest offerings to guests.
• Provide welcoming hospitality to guests.
• Enhance guest experience while following brand steps of service.
• Process orders and payments promptly.
• Provide responsible alcohol service.
• Complete cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Follow safe food handling procedures.
• Adhere to food safety regulations.

Skills

Guest service

Hospitality mindset

Clear communication

Team player

Multitasking

Tools

POS systems

Job description

At Olive Garden, we believe life is best shared around the table. From every heartfelt server greeting to every basket of our fresh-baked breadsticks, we’re here to bring people together over a meal worth sharing.

With our endless first courses, homemade soups and sauces and signature classic favourites, Italian generosity is always on the table. Step inside and feel transported to the heart of a lively kitchen - our warm, welcoming atmosphere will make you feel right at home.

Because when you’re here, you’re family.

Overview

As a server, you will deliver exceptional dining experiences by providing safe, friendly and attentive service that makes our guests feel welcome and like they are part of our family. Our servers thrive on making loyal guests by taking them on a tour of Italy through knowledge of food, wine, and our fresh ingredients

One key to our success is the high standards we set for ourselves and each other. That includes placing the health and safety of our team members and guests as a top priority. We are committed to the highest safety and sanitation practices, including ensuring team member wellness and maintaining clean restaurants.

Our Winning Family Starts With You! Check out these great benefits!

What You Will Do In This Role

• Be a “know it all” about our regular promotional food and beverage menus.
• Communicate and recommend offerings to Guests
• Provide a welcoming smile and genuine hospitality
• Get to know our Guests and enhance their personal experience, while flawlessly executing our steps of service to brand standards
• Process Guests orders and payments in a timely manner
• Provide responsible alcohol service to all Guests
• Complete cleaning jobs outlined by management teams
• Adhere to safe food safety and handling procedures
• Abide by Food Safety regulations and best practices

What We Are Looking For

• Provincial Responsible Alcohol Service certification
• Bonus points for previous experience as a server
• Excellent communication, social and organizational skills
• Team oriented with the ability to build and foster positive relationships
• Energetic and self-confident with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• A team player who helps contribute to a positive Guest experience

What’s In It For You

• 20% employee discount dining card valid at participating Recipe brands
• Flexible scheduling
• An energetic and dynamic team
• Competitive wages
• Fun working environment
• Growth and development opportunities within the restaurant
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands

And much more! Because at Olive Garden, We’re All Family Here!

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact [e-mail]