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Downtown is Hiring!

Downtown Knoxville businesses are hiring! Part-Time and Full-Time. Bartenders, Cooks, Hosts, Housekeeping, Sales, Servers, and more. There are lots of opportunities.

Here's a list of restaurant, retail and hospitality businesses hiring and the best way to apply (as of Summer 2023). We look forward to seeing lots of new faces Downtown. 

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Alice in Appalachia

Alice in Appalachia and other ScruffyCity.com locations are always looking to hire quality staff including Kitchen, Bartenders, Servers, Barbacks, Security Personnel, and Door Personnel. Availability Friday through Sunday is particularly important. You can apply online.

18 Market Square More Details >
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Anaba Japanese Cuisine

Anaba Japanese Downtown is hiring Full-Time or Part-Time Servers. To apply, email [email protected] or call 865.474.1187.

131 S Gay St (865) 474-1187 More Details >
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ASM Knoxville

ASM Knoxville manages the city’s four largest event venues including Knoxville Civic Auditorium & Coliseum, Knoxville Convention Center, Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center, and World’s Fair Exhibition Hall. They are hiring Full- and Part-Time Positions. Links below provide more information including jobs descriptions, experience required, and links to apply.

Area Accounting Specialist (full-time) - link

Banquet Captain (full-time) - link

Banquet Server (part-time) - link

Cook (full-time) - link

Lead Cook (full-time) - link

Steward (part-time) - link

Changeover Crew (part-time) - link

Maintenance Technician (full-time) - link

HVAC Technician (full-time) - link

701 Henley St (865) 522-5669 More Details >
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Babalu

Babalu is hiring full-time and part-time Line Cooks. To apply, email the Human Resources Director for Babalu and Maple Hall at [email protected].

412 S Gay St (865) 951-0361 More Details >
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Balter Beerworks

Balter Beerworks – where every bite and every sip is crafted daily from scratch and they realize their Team Members are the key to their success – is hiring Cooks and Dishwashers. You can apply online.

100 Broadway SW (865) 999-5015 More Details >
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Bernadette's Crystal Gardens

Bernadette's and other ScruffyCity.com locations are always looking to hire quality staff including Kitchen, Bartenders, Servers, Barbacks, Security Personnel, and Door Personnel. Availability Friday through Sunday is particularly important. You can apply online.

26 Market Square (865) 524-2224 More Details >
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Bliss & Tori Mason Shoes

Bliss & Tori Mason Shoes is currently hiring Part-Time Sales Associates. Must be available to work nights and weekends. If you're interested in working in a fun retail environment in the heart of Downtown Knoxville, you can apply online.

445 S Gay St (865) 329-8868 More Details >
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Calhoun's on the River

The Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants, which includes Calhoun's on the River, is always hiring HostsServersKitchen Staff, and Management. You can complete an application on line at copperfood.com.

400 Neyland Drive (865) 673-3355 More Details >
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Chesapeake's Seafood House

The Copper Cellar Family of Restaurants, which includes Chesapeake's Downtown, is always hiring Hosts, Servers, Kitchen Staff, and Management. You can complete an application on line at copperfood.com.

415 Locust St (865) 673-3433 More Details >
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CitiFid-O

CitiFid-O is hiring for a Part-Time | Permanent Team Member (not summer). Training pay is $13 per hour with increase after two-week training period, plus reimbursement for parking and 25% discounts at CitiFid-O and Tree and Vine. This is a key-holder position with 3-4 shifts a week. Saturday shift (3:30 PM - 9:15 PM) is required with two-three flexible shifts during the week.

MUST LIKE DOGS and be customer-oriented with good communication skills. To apply, email [email protected].

429 Union Ave (865) 219-5127 More Details >
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Coffee & Chocolate

Coffee & Chocolate is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Baristas. Health benefits and 401k options for full-time employees. You can download an application and email it to [email protected] or drop it by the store.

327 Union Ave (865) 688-9244 More Details >
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Corks Wine & Spirits

Corks Wine & Spirits is hiring for a Part-Time Associate with experience in customer service plus wine and spirits knowledge. This could turn into full time with experience. Weekend hours required. Please send resumes to [email protected].

116 S Central St (865) 219-5863 More Details >
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Crowne Plaza Knoxville

The Crowne Plaza Knoxville, an award-winning hotel in Downtown Knoxville for over 20 years, is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time positions including Guest Services Representatives, Bellman, Housekeeping, Restaurant & Banquet Servers, and Line Cooks. They are seeking candidates with excellent customer service skills as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.

Resumes may be emailed to Sarah Moore at [email protected] or applicants can apply at the hotel receiving entrance on Vine Avenue behind the hotel.

401 W Summit Hill Dr (865) 522-2600 More Details >
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Cruze Farm Ice Cream

Join the team at Cruze Farm Ice Cream. They are hiring for the downtown location. Apply online.

445 S Gay St (865) 333-1265 More Details >
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DiCarlo's Pizza [Opening Soon]

DiCarlo’s Pizza (opening Summer 2023 on Gay St) is now hiring Full-Time and Part-Time positions for multiple roles. To apply, send a resume and/or cover letter with the desired position in the subject line to [email protected].

Pizza Maker - interact with customers, takes orders, accepts payments and puts the finishing touches on the pizza (toppings & boxing).

Baker - responsible for making, prepping, stretching the dough and baking the pizza and sauce.

Manager - interact with customers and lead the team staff in the daily aspects of the pizza operation. They will also manage the day-to-day operations of the shop (scheduling, inventory, ordering supplies) and ensure the pizza is made to the highest standards of quality and that all customers have an excellent Pizza experience.

524 S Gay St More Details >
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Downtown Grill & Brewery

Downtown Grill & Brewery is currently hiring for Front of House and Back of House Positions. Complete an application and stop by Monday — Thursday between 2 PM and 4 PM to speak with a hiring manager. Applications are available at the host stand or you can download one at downtownbrewery.com/employment.

424 S Gay St (865) 633-8111 More Details >
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Embassy Suites by Hilton

Embassy Suites on Gay Street is hiring Front Desk/Guest Service Representatives.

Front Desk (full-time) – 2nd Shift (3 PM – 11 PM) – Apply online

Front Desk/Night Auditor (full-time and part-time) – 3rd Shift (11 PM – 7 AM)  – Apply online

“Walk-in” applicants are also accepted for interviews.

507 S Gay St (865) 544-8502 More Details >
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Emilia

Emilia Italian Restaurant is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Kitchen Positions. Kitchen support roles begin at $12/hr plus quarterly bonuses and Line Cooks start at $15/hr plus quarterly bonuses. Email [email protected] to schedule an interview.

16 Market Square (865) 313-2472 More Details >
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Five Thirty Lounge

Five Thirty Lounge is hiring Bartenders, Hosts, Barbacks, Servers, and Culinary. Apply today on Indeed, visit the White Lodging career page at whitelodging.com/careers, or send your resume to [email protected].

530 S Gay St (865) 544-9977 More Details >
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Good Golly Tamale

Good Golly Tamale is accepting resumes for All Positions. Email to [email protected].

112 S Central St (865) 337-5771 More Details >
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Harvest

Harvest is hiring Front of House Positions including Servers, Bartenders, and Hourly Managers. Contact [email protected] to apply.

141 S Gay St (865) 544-1491 More Details >
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Hyatt Place

The Hyatt Place Knoxville Downtown is hiring Front Desk Agents, Bartenders, Barbacks, Hosts, Servers, Housekeepers, and Maintenance Technicians. And Five Thirty Lounge is hiring Bartenders, Hosts, Barbacks, Servers, and Culinary.

Apply today on Indeed, visit the White Lodging career page at whitelodging.com/careers, or send your resume to [email protected].

530 S Gay St (865) 544-9977 More Details >
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J.C. Holdway

Join the team of hospitality professionals at J.C. Holdway! They are accepting applicants for Sous Chef, Line Cook, Bartender, and Server.

Apply online: jcholdway.com/work-with-us

501 Union Ave (865) 312-9050 More Details >
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Knoxville Area Transit

Knoxville Area Transit is hiring Bus and Trolley Operators, Maintenance Service Team Members and Mechanics. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about our community and helping others. We recently raised wages and offer great benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off and more! Plus, we offer paid training for your CDL License. Visit katbus.com to start your career with KAT today!

301 E Church Ave (865) 637-3000 More Details >
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Lilou [Opening Soon]

Lilou (opening Summer 2023 on Gay St) is hiring Sous Chef, Line Cooks, Dishwashers, Hosts, Servers, Bartenders, Bar Backs, and Security. Apply by emailing [email protected].

428 S Gay St More Details >
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Maple Hall Bowling Lanes

Maple Hall is hiring full-time and part-time Line Cooks. To apply, email the Human Resources Director at [email protected].

414 S Gay St (865) 249-8454 More Details >
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Mast General Store

Mast General Store on Gay Street is hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Sales Associates. Apply online.

 

402 S Gay St (865) 546-1336 More Details >
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Meadowsweet Massage

Meadowsweet Massage is looking for a Part-Time to Full-Time Licensed Massage Therapist to join their team. To apply, email your resume to [email protected].

117 S Gay St (865) 221-0334 More Details >
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Nama Sushi Bar

Nama Downtown is currently hiring Front of House and Back of House Positions. Contact [email protected] to apply.

506 S Gay St (865) 633-8539 More Details >
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Nothing Too Fancy

Nothing Too Fancy will be hiring Part-Time Retail Associates beginning later this summer. Primarily nights and weekends, but some day time availability is a plus. $15/hour. Email [email protected] with your resume.

435 Union Ave (865) 951-2916 More Details >
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Old City Sports Bar

Want to work in a fun and fast paced environment? Old City Sports Bar is hiring Bartenders, Barbacks, and Security Staff. To apply, contact Meleah Brown at [email protected].

106 S Central St More Details >
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Osteria Stella

Osteria Stella is hiring Hosts and Line Cooks. Apply by emailing [email protected].

108 W Jackson Ave (865) 247-4729 More Details >
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Preservation Pub

Preservation Pub and other ScruffyCity.com locations are always looking to hire quality staff including Kitchen, Bartenders, Servers, Barbacks, Security Personnel, and Door Personnel. Availability Friday through Sunday is particularly important. You can apply online.

28 Market Square (865) 524-2224 More Details >
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Rala

Rala is hiring a Sales and Customer Service Team Member. Find more information about position and apply online.

112 W Jackson Ave (865) 525-7888 More Details >
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Regal Riviera

Regal is hiring Cast Members and Bartenders for the Riviera Stadium 8 on Gay St. Starting at $13.50/hr. Check links for job descriptions, requirements, and online applications.

Cast Members - Apply online

Bartenders - Apply online

510 S Gay St (865) 522-5160 More Details >
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Scruffy City Hall

Scruffy City Hall and other ScruffyCity.com locations are always looking to hire quality staff including Kitchen, Bartenders, Servers, Barbacks, Security Personnel, and Door Personnel. Availability Friday through Sunday is particularly important. You can apply online.

32 Market Square (865) 524-2224 More Details >
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Southbound Nightclub

Want to work in a fun and fast paced environment? Southbound is hiring Bartenders, Barbacks, and Security Staff. To apply, contact Meleah Brown at [email protected].

106 S Central St (865) 474-1039 More Details >
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STIR Knoxville [Opening Soon]

STIR Knoxville (opening Summer 2023 in the Old City) is hiring Restaurant Manager, Servers, Cooks, Dishwashers, and more. Find job listings and apply online.

215 Willow Ave More Details >
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Sweet P's BBQ Downtown Dive

Sweet P's BBQ Downtown Dive is hiring All Positions - Front and Back of House. Apply online.

410 W Jackson Ave (865) 281-1738 More Details >
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The Holistic Connection

The Holistic Connection on Gay Street is hiring for a Part-Time Budtender. The best way to apply is to email a resume to [email protected].

716 S Gay St More Details >
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The Tea Bar

The Tea Bar (located inside Addison's Bookstore) is looking for a Part-Time Tea Server. $15/hr and requires 15-25 hrs/week. The Tea Server will interact with customers to educate about the products offered at the bar, prepare and serve tea and other beverages, accept payment from customers, and clean teaware and bar environment. Service industry experience and interest in tea are preferred. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to owner, Stephanie Weir, at [email protected] with "Application for Tea Server" in the subject line.

126 S Gay St More Details >
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Tomato Head

Tomato Head is hiring for All Positions, no experience necessary. Flexible hours, positive work environment, opportunity to advance, paid meal benefit, and health benefits available. Visit thetomatohead.com/work to apply.

12 Market Square (865) 637-4067 More Details >
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Tommy Trent's

Tommy Trent's and other ScruffyCity.com locations are always looking to hire quality staff including Kitchen, Bartenders, Servers, Barbacks, Security Personnel, and Door Personnel. Availability Friday through Sunday is particularly important. You can apply online.

36 Market Square (865) 312-5692 More Details >
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Wake Foot Sanctuary

Wake Foot Sanctuary is hiring Licensed Massage Therapists and Front Desk Guest Experience Specialists. Please send resumes to [email protected].

507 S Gay St (865) 770-5985 More Details >