Our Benefits | Olive Garden

Savor the Benefits

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Hourly Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Shifts that fit your life.

Your Pay Today

Daily and weekly pay.

Free Shift Meal

Plus 50% off regular dining.

Home for the Holidays

Closed on Thanksgiving
& Christmas.

Anniversary Pay

Rewards at each milestone.

Mental Wellbeing

Free counseling for
life’s challenges.

Paid Sick Leave

Time to rest and recharge.

Discount Mall

25% off at Darden restaurants and more.

Fast Fluency

Support for learning English.

A 401(K) That Pays

After one year, 6% company match.

Own a Stake in the 'Sticks

After one year, buy discounted company stock.

Your Health

Insurance options after one year of full-time service.

Dental/Vision

Available immediately upon hire.

Paid Family Leave

After one year, enjoy two weeks of paid leave.

Growth & Development

80% of managers are internal promotions. Are you next?

And More

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Please note that exact figures and availability times will vary by position and are subject to change at any time.

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We Make Everyone Feel Like Family

Here's some of what we believe in.

WHO WE ARE

Management Benefits

Balanced Schedules

45-hour weeks and one weekend off per month.

Vacation & Flex Time

Five (5) flex days per year and surplus vacation.

Quarterly Bonus

Extra cash, based on restaurant performance.

Medical, Dental & Vision

Multiple great plans and carriers from day one.

Home for the Holidays

Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas.

Mental Wellbeing

Free counseling for life’s challenges.

Trip to Italy

All General Managers need to see the inspiration.

401(K) Savings Match

Contribute up to 25% of your pay, with a 6% company match.

Own a Stake in the ‘Sticks

Get a 15% discount on Darden (DRI) stock from day one.

Discount Mall

35% off at Darden restaurants and more.

Tuition Reimbursement

After six months, get up to $5,250 annually.

Parental Leave

Two weeks of paid parental-related leave.

Adoption Reimbursement

Up to $5,000 per adopted child.

Fast Fluency

Support for learning English.

Your Pay Today

Daily and weekly pay.

And More

Click here to see full list of benefits.

Please note that exact figures and availability times will vary by position and are subject to change at any time.