BBQ Pitmaster

Craftworx Taproom; Bristow (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Food discounts

Drinks discounts

Job summary

CraftWorx BBQ and Brews in Bristow, VA is seeking a Grill Master / Pitmaster to lead our smokehouse operations. You’ll prep, smoke, and pack house-smoked meats from brisket to chicken while upholding quality and safety standards.

Role offers a part-time schedule (3 days/week, early shift) with potential for full-time cross-training in prep/line roles. You’ll join a friendly team, with discounts on food and drinks and opportunities to shape our BBQ identity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience smoking meats in professional or competitive BBQ settings.
• Strong knowledge of BBQ techniques, meat cuts, rubs and timing.
• Ability to work independently and manage a cook schedule.
• Dependable, organized and passionate about BBQ.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and work in a hot kitchen/smokehouse.

Responsibilities

• Arrive early (approx. 7:00 AM) to light the smoker and begin prep
• Trim, season, and smoke brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, and other meats
• Monitor temps, maintain fire management, and ensure proper timing for each cook
• Prep meats for service and properly pack items for storage or catering
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations

Skills

Meat smoking

BBQ techniques

Food safety

Cook scheduling

Physical stamina

Job description

Bristow, United States | Posted on 06/24/2025

CraftWorx BBQ and Brews- Bristow- Are you a seasoned pro with a passion for perfectly smoked brisket, ribs, pork, and chicken? Do you know your way around a smoker and take pride in low-and-slow perfection?CraftWorx BBQ and Brewsis looking for aGrill Master / Pitmasterto join our team and help deliver bold, authentic BBQ to our guests.

About the Role:

As our Grill Master, you'll be the heart of our smokehouse operation. You'll be responsible for prepping, smoking, and packing all of our house-smoked meats from juicy brisket to tender ribs while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and consistency.

What You'll Do:

Arrive early (approx. 7:00 AM) to light the smoker and begin prep

Trim, season, and smoke brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, and other meats

Monitor temps, maintain fire management, and ensure proper timing for each cook

Prep meats for service and properly pack items for storage or catering

Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines

Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations

Schedule:

Part-Time3 days per week (early morning to mid-afternoon)

Could be full time if you wanted to work some other roles (prep cook, line cook, counter, etc.)

Flexible schedule possible, but early arrival is required

Why Join CraftWorx?

Work in a growing BBQ and beer concept with a great local following

Friendly, supportive team environment

Opportunity to help shape our BBQ identity

Employee discounts on food and drinks

Location: CraftWorx BBQ and Brews Bristow, VA

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience smoking meats in a professional or competitive BBQ setting

Strong knowledge of BBQ techniques, meat cuts, rubs, and timing

Ability to work independently and manage a cook schedule

Dependable, organized, and passionate about BBQ

Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work in a hot kitchen/smokehouse environment