KY - Drake's Louisville - Linecook

Bluegrass Hospitality Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meal

Health insurance

401K

Education reimbursement

Career growth

Restaurant discount

Job summary

Bluegrass Hospitality Group's Drake's restaurant in Louisville, KY is hiring line cooks to join a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll prepare meats, seafood, and vegetables, using fryers, grills, and flat tops, delivering high-quality dishes to guests.

We offer shift meals, health coverage, 401K with company match after 1 year, education reimbursement up to $500/semester for qualified students, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
• Ability to work quickly in high-volume environments.
• Consistency is your #1 priority.
• Food safety knowledge is a plus, but not required.
• Dependable and ready to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and more using fryers, grills, and flat tops.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes to every guest.
• Maintain urgency in high-volume service without compromising quality.
• Keep station clean, organized, and stocked during peaks.
• Uphold food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Unload and stock deliveries in walk-in coolers and dry storage.
• Assist with cleanup and dish duties as needed.
• Stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and move as needed.
• Work in hot, noisy, fast-paced environments with open flames and cold areas.
• Support the team by helping wherever needed.
• Commit to 100% guest satisfaction.

Skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Consistency

Food safety knowledge

Dependable

Willingness to learn

Job description

Drake’s is a neighborhood restaurant and bar with an unconventional spirit. Dedicated to giving everyone a place to come play, everything at Drake’s—from our atmosphere to our team and our menu—is designed with an infectious energy that ensures everyone leaves with a story to tell. We’re not afraid to push the boundaries (and maybe break a few rules) to give guests an experience like no other. After all, we’re the restaurant that dared to put burgers and sushi on the same menu. At Drake’s, we’re always looking for big smiles, outgoing personalities, and unique individuals to join our family. We work hard and play harder!

Check us out on social media (@drakescomeplay) to see for yourself just how much fun we have.

We’re looking for reliable team players who are passionate about food, hospitality, and thriving in a fast-paced kitchen. No experience? No problem—we’ll train the right people with the right attitude.

Starting at $17/hour based on experience

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other items using fryers, flat tops, grills, and other kitchen equipment
• Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes—every guest, every time
• Maintain a strong sense of urgency in high-volume scenarios without compromising food quality
• Keep your station clean, organized, and stocked for peak service periods
• Uphold food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards at all times
• Unload and stock deliveries in walk-in coolers and dry storage areas
• Assist with cleanup and dish responsibilities as needed
• Stand for long periods (up to 10 hours), bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Work in hot, noisy, and fast-paced environments including exposure to open flames, hot surfaces, and refrigerated areas
• Support your team by helping wherever needed—because the kitchen runs on teamwork
• Commit to 100% guest satisfaction, 100% of the time

What We’re Looking For:

• A positive attitude and a team-first mindset
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in high-volume environments
• Consistency is your #1 priority—our guests count on it
• Food safety knowledge is a plus, but not required
• Dependable and ready to learn

Why You’ll Love Working at Drake’s:

• Shift meal provided during every shift
• Complete health care package, including dental (available after 1 year of full-time employment)
• 401K with company match (available after 1 year of employment)
• Education reimbursement – Up to $500/semester for full-time students working 20+ hours/week with a 3.2+ GPA
• Career growth opportunities – 86% of our managers are promoted from within
• Enjoy 40% off at all Bluegrass Hospitality Group (BHG) restaurants
• Strong company culture and emergency family fund to support our team when it matters most
• Holiday closures – We close for Thanksgiving and Christmas so you can spend time with loved ones