TN - Drake's Knoxville - Server Assistant

About the role

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. 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!

Responsibilities

• Deliver 100% guest satisfaction—every guest, every time
• Maintain a clean and organized dining room and bar area throughout service
• Pre-bus and reset tables efficiently during and after guests’ visits
• Assist bartenders and servers by communicating guest requests and supporting drink/food service
• Uphold sanitation, safety, and alcohol compliance standards
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds across the restaurant as needed
• Jump in where needed—because we’re all in this together

Requirements

• Friendly and dependable personality with a strong work ethic
• Team-first mindset and willingness to lend a hand
• Food Service or Retail Experience Preferred, but not required
• Basic food safety knowledge is a plus

Benefits

• 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

Pay

Base pay + Tips