Campus Dining BBQ Cook (8446)

Genuine Foods; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Genuine Foods is seeking a Pitmaster to smoke, grill, and prepare barbecue for our on-site programs in Pasco County, FL. You will operate smokers and grills, prep meats to our recipes, and ensure safety and quality for students and staff.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of pitmaster or BBQ cooking experience, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative mindset. This full-time role offers benefits and opportunities to grow with our mission.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of pitmaster or BBQ cook experience.
• Knowledge of smoking techniques and fuel selection.
• Able to work in a school environment.
• Flexible, team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Punctual and able to follow attendance policy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety standards and monitor temps.
• Operate and maintain smokers, pits, and grills.
• Prepare meats per recipes and specs.
• Manage fuel sources and control temperature and smoke.
• Monitor cook times and ensure proper doneness and safety.
• Coordinate with team to prepare items on time.
• Keep area clean and organized.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Pitmaster experience

Smoking techniques

Temperature control

Food safety

Team player

Punctual

Work in school environment

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: FL - Pasco County - Pasco County, FL 33525Position Type: Full-Time HourlySalary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Category: Operations - Food Service

ABOUT GENUINE FOODS

At Genuine Foods we create nourishing food environments at schools and workplaces through great-tasting and wholesome meals, made from genuine ingredients. We are a growing social enterprise that uses food to enhance health, productivity, and happiness. We believe that fresh, scratch-made food together with unparalleled service and meaningful enrichment programs can transform lives and build community. Food service management is what we do, but what we achieve together with our customers, our partners and our dedicated team goes beyond the plate.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Pitmaster position is responsible for smoking, grilling, and preparing barbecue in accordance with daily menu and recipe standards. This role involves a variety of tasks related to smoker/BBQ pit operation, meat preparation, and outdoor equipment maintenance. There are opportunities to learn culinary skills and advance your career. We are a supportive team that values respect and collaboration. The ideal candidate enjoys working with students and educators and prioritizes superior customer service.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety standards are followed at all times, including proper temperature monitoring of smoked and grilled proteins.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain smokers, pits, and grills throughout the cooking process.
• Select, trim, season, and prepare meats for smoking and grilling based on recipes and specifications provided by the Chef/Genuine Foods.
• Manage fuel sources (wood, charcoal, gas) and regulate temperature and smoke levels to achieve consistent, high-quality results.
• Monitor cook times and internal temperatures to ensure proper doneness and food safety compliance.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure all barbecue and smoked items are prepared on time for service.
• Maintain a clean working environment, including regular cleaning and upkeep of smokers, pits, and grills.
• Keep area stocked and organized.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

QualificationsQualifications

• Must be flexible and team-oriented.
• At least 1 year of experience as a pitmaster, BBQ cook, or in smoker/grill operation.
• Knowledge of smoking techniques, wood/fuel selection, and temperature control.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and level-headedness.
• Punctual and able to adhere to the time and attendance policy.
• Ability to climb stairs, lift up to 50 lbs, and work near open flame and heat sources for extended periods.
• Interest in and commitment to Genuine Foods' mission to use food to enhance students' minds, bodies, and happiness.
• Must be able to work in a school environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Career growth opportunities

Genuine Values

• Trustworthiness: Integrity, transparency, reliability, consistency, and delivery excellence.
• Personal Accountability: Ownership in solving problems, no excuses, learning from mistakes, and financial stewardship without sacrificing quality.
• People First: Human-centered solutions, teamwork, hospitality, empathy, and cultural responsiveness.
• Entrepreneurial: Adaptable, nimble, willing to go the extra mile, responsive, and encouraged to try new things.
• Genuine: Commitment to real, tasty, scratch-cooked healthy food, authentic interactions, honesty, positivity, and professionalism.