Ready to Love Your Job?
Texas Roadhouse is looking for legendary, passionate Roadies to join our Support Center team in Louisville, KY. If you're ready to bring your energy, partnership, and heart to a place where fun meets purpose, you've come to the right place. Come see why our Roadies love their jobs!
Why This Role Rocks
Love bringing spaces to life? As our Architectural Designer, you'll help shape the look, feel, and flow of our restaurants-from brand-new locations to exciting remodels and special projects. You'll turn big ideas into practical, buildable designs that balance style, function, and that signature Texas Roadhouse experience our guests love. If you enjoy collaborating, problem-solving, and seeing your designs come to life-we've got a seat at the table for you.
What's On Your Plate
Create detailed architectural and kitchen equipment drawings (AutoCAD) for new builds, remodels, and special initiatives
Partner with Design, Construction, Operations, and Procurement to deliver smart, functional spaces
Review and maintain CAD/PDF drawing sets to ensure accuracy and brand consistency
Support remodel projects through site verification and adapting designs to real-world conditions
Produce custom drawings and updates to support ongoing restaurant needs
Maintain and evolve prototype drawing libraries and design standards
Coordinate material selections and samples to support design decisions
Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and vendors to keep projects moving on time
Your Recipe for Success
Degree in Architecture, Architectural Design, or a related field preferred
3-5 years of architectural drafting/design experience (restaurant, hospitality, or commercial preferred)
Strong AutoCAD skills (SketchUp/Revit a plus)
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and a sharp eye for detail
A proactive, problem-solving mindset and team-first attitude
Why You'll Love Your Job
As our founder Kent Taylor said, "We're a people-first company that just happens to serve steaks." We believe in taking care of the whole Roadie: from professional development opportunities to a robust benefits package. Our culture is just one reason why many of our leaders started as servers, managers, and line cooks, and have grown Legendary careers with us. Here's a taste of what we offer:
Best-in-class benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 100% paid maternity leave
Generous time off including vacation, parental, donor, and bereavement leave
Wellness perks like on-site personal trainers, massages, a full gym, and a registered nurse
Convenience services like car detailing, dry cleaning, and even spray tans
Financial support with 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stock units, and holiday bonuses
Delicious perks from Willie's Joynt-our full-service café serving up legendary meals
Support Center employees who meet benefit eligibility receive a comprehensive total rewards package starting the first day of the month after 31 days of employment.
This job description includes essential functions and basic duties and is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as appropriate. This document is not a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, or any other legally-protected status. We encourage and welcome all applicants to apply.
Since our company opened its doors in 1993, the focus of Texas Roadhouse® has been putting employees first. It has always been our founder, Kent Taylor's, belief that if all of our team members ("Roadies," as we like to call them) are happy; our guests will have an amazing experience to brag about! That's why we believe in creating an environment that focuses on our Core Values: PASSION, PARTNERSHIP, INTEGRITY and FUN, with a purpose. With over 280 locations and growing, we are always seeking fun, energetic individuals to become new members of our family.Texas Roadhouse is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.