Torn between dating and leaving... There are good and bad things about the job. - Bartender/Server Darden Employee Review

3.0
9 Oct 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Flexible place / works around schedule well Receive praise often ( if manager likes you) Mostly nice younger people Time off requests easy to get approved

Cons

Management sucks! No loyalty in employees or management Olive garden has great prices ( deals like pasta bowl, soup and salad, etc) making for low bills and low tips hard to get high checks

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5.0
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Recommend
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Pros

Good place to work and good benefits

Cons

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3.0
1 Jul 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The overall pay is good

Cons

Work life balance Leadership not the best on smaller brands Heavy work load

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