Line Cook

Darden Concepts; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free employee meal

Weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid family and medical leave

Medical and dental insurance

Ongoing training

Employee discounts

401(k) with company match

Career advancement

Job summary

Olive Garden is hiring a line cook in Iowa to prepare and plate dishes, ensuring alignment with our recipes and presentation standards.

You will work in a high-volume kitchen, uphold strict safety and sanitation practices, and support the team with prep, cooking, and plating tasks. The role offers competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, and ongoing training within a family-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a line cook in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and plate presentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate menu items according to Olive Garden standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• Assist with inventory and waste reduction as needed.

Skills

Line cook experience

Food safety

Job description

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below.

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

• Flexible schedules to help you balance other life commitments (school, childcare, family care, etc.)
• Free Employee Meal! (limited menu)
• Weekly pay
• Anniversary pay
• Paid Sick Leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked, begin accruing upon hire)
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks after 1 year of service)
• Medical/dental insurance
• Ongoing training to build critical skills for current and future roles
• Discounts on cellphones, travel, electronics & much more!
• 401(k) savings plan (Company match after 1 year of service)
• Management career advancement opportunities (50%+ of our managers are promoted from hourly positions!)

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

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.

In Italy and at Olive Garden, it is all about the food. As a line cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes and plate presentation to delight our guests. Our line cooks also have a firm commitment to the highest safety and sanitation standards.

We’d love to welcome you home as the newest member of the Family!

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