Line Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen with Growth & Perks

Bluegrass Hospitality Group; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals provided

Health care package

401K with company match

Education reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Drake’s in Franklin, TN is hiring kitchen team members for fast-paced service. We’ll train the right people, starting pay is $17–$20 per hour based on experience, and you’ll be part of a supportive crew focused on guest satisfaction.

Expect long shifts, physical tasks, and a dynamic, energetic kitchen environment. Benefits include a comprehensive health care package, 401K with company match after one year, and education reimbursement up to $500 per semester for eligible full-time staff.

Qualifications

• No experience? We’ll train the right people with the right attitude.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in high-volume environments.
• Food safety knowledge is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced work

Reliability

Dependable

Learn quickly

Job description

Drake’s in Franklin, TN is hiring kitchen team members for fast-paced service. We’ll train the right people, starting pay is $17–$20 per hour based on experience, and you’ll be part of a supportive crew focused on guest satisfaction.

Expect long shifts, physical tasks, and a dynamic, energetic kitchen environment. Benefits include a comprehensive health care package, 401K with company match after one year, and education reimbursement up to $500 per semester for eligible full-time staff.