Line cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meal provided during every shift

Health care package (including dental)

401K with company match

Education reimbursement—Up to $500/sem

Career growth opportunities

40% off at BHG restaurants

Emergency family fund

Holiday closures

Job summary

Drake’s in Florence, KY is hiring for kitchen team members. Starting at $17/hour based on experience, we value big smiles, outgoing personalities, and a team-first mindset. Training is provided if you’re new to the field and eager to learn.

Responsibilities include preparing a variety of dishes, maintaining station cleanliness, ensuring food safety, and supporting the team during busy service hours. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Dependable and ready to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables using fryers, flat tops, grills, and other kitchen equipment.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes to every guest.
• 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) and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Support your team by helping wherever needed—because the kitchen runs on teamwork.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Dependable

Attitude

Tools

Kitchen equipment

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!

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 to 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