Our Company
Darden’s family of restaurants features some of the most recognizable and successful brands in full-service dining — Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House, Ruth's Chris Steak House, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, The Capital Grille, Chuy's, Seasons 52, Eddie V's and Bahama Breeze. We own and operate more than 2,100 restaurants and are proud to employ 195,000 team members. Together, we create memorable experiences for 420 million guests annually in hundreds of communities across North America.
Our Mission
To be financially successful through great people consistently delivering outstanding food, drinks and service in an inviting atmosphere, making every guest loyal.
Our Values
Being of Service
Inclusion & Diversity
Respect & Caring
Integrity & Fairness
Teamwork
Excellence
Always Learning, Always Teaching
Our History
Darden’s roots can be traced to 1938, when our founder, 19-year-old Bill Darden, opened his first restaurant. The Green Frog, a 25-seat luncheonette in Waycross, Ga., promised “Service with a Hop.” He understood that excellent service would be vital to the success of his restaurant, he treated everyone equally and he welcomed all guests to his tables.
The casual-dining pioneer’s commitment to superior service rings true today — nearly 90 years later — in each of our restaurants across North America. His strong values form the bedrock of Darden’s culture. Serving others is at the heart of our business, and we never forget it.
Executive & Brand Leadership
Darden is led by one of the most experienced leadership teams in the industry.
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