About the Role

Drift Nashville is seeking a skilled and dependable Line Cook to join our culinary team. This position supports food production across multiple outlets, including The Sun Room, Dawn Café, Pool Service, and private events. Every day brings something different, making this an ideal opportunity for cooks who enjoy variety, teamwork, and a fast-paced environment.

Youll work alongside a talented culinary team to prepare high-quality food while maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and consistency our guests expect.

What Youll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Set up and stock stations before each service.
• Work a variety of stations depending on business needs.
• Support breakfast, lunch, pool, banquet, and special event service.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Monitor product quality and freshness throughout each shift.
• Assist with prep, organization, and inventory management.
• Keep workstations clean, organized, and service-ready.
• Communicate effectively with chefs and fellow team members during service.
• Help create a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.

What Were Looking For

• Previous line cook experience in a restaurant, hotel, or high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Comfortable working multiple stations and adapting to changing business needs.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
• Reliable, organized, and able to thrive in a team environment.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Tennessee Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing for extended periods, frequent walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in both indoor kitchen environments and outdoor service areas as business demands.

Why Join Drift Nashville?

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible team members
• Paid time off
• Employee hotel discounts across our portfolio
• Growth opportunities within a growing hospitality company
• Work with an experienced culinary team across multiple dining concepts
• Be part of a culture that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and genuine hospitality

If youre passionate about cooking, take pride in your work, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and help create memorable experiences at Drift Nashville.

About TMC Hospitality

TMC Hospitality is a lifestyle hospitality company founded in 2016 with a simple goal: create places people genuinely love to stay, dine, gather, and work. Our growing portfolio includes the Drift and Bode hotels, Maleza restaurants, and Buttonwood Farm & Winery, each designed to deliver thoughtful hospitality rooted in exceptional service, authentic experiences, and a strong sense of place.

We believe great hospitality starts with great people. We foster a culture built on collaboration, accountability, curiosity, and genuine care for one another. If youre passionate about your craft and enjoy working alongside a team that values excellence without taking itself too seriously, wed love to meet you.