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Prep Cook

@ Olive Garden Canada

Calgary, Alberta

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Overview

Olive Garden Canada is hiring a Prep Cook to prepare and plate food to specification in a busy restaurant kitchen. The role covers line checks, food quality, opening and closing procedures, and strict food safety and sanitation. The posting offers flexible scheduling and a 20% employee discount dining card; pay range is listed for BC and ON only.

Responsibilities:

  • Complete line check pars and keep product ready for service
  • Plate food to specifications
  • Perform opening and closing procedures
  • Keep work area and equipment clean and sanitized
  • Follow food safety policies and complete food safety logs

Requirements summary:

  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable, punctual and flexible schedule
  • Willing to help with prep and dishes
  • Food Safety certified or willing to obtain within 3 months

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Benefits mentioned

Employee discount
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-03-11
First seen by our source
2026-10-13
Source record updated
2026-10-13

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentFood & beverage
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedFlexible hours, Employee discount

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Olive Garden Canada

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IndustryRestaurants
Company size201-500 employees
Organization typePrivately Held
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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:

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.

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:

  • Complete line check pars to ensure that enough product is prepared and kept ready for service

  • Ensure the quality of food is outstanding each and every time

  • Plate food to specifications to create a great dining experience

  • Perform opening & closing procedures as instructed

  • Keep your work area, utensils & product equipment in a clean, sanitized state at all times

  • Complete cleaning jobs outlined by management teams

  • Adhere to all Food Safety policies and procedures

  • Complete Food Safety logs, as required

What we are looking for:

  • Excellent communication, social and organizational skills

  • Energetic and self-confident with a positive attitude and willingness to learn

  • Follows standards and procedures

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

  • Reliable and punctual

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

  • Willing to help with prep and dishes as needed

  • Bonus points for previous experience as a Line Cook

  • Food Safety certified or willing to obtain within 3 months - follow provincial mandate

What’s in it for you:

  • 20% employee discount dining card valid at participating Recipe brands

  • Pay range: (FOR BC & ON ONLY)
  • 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 [email protected]

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