Line Cook/Prep Cook

Just Smokin Barbecue; Lannon (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip sharing

Flexible scheduling

15+ hour minimum per week

Advancement opportunities

401(k) matching

Health reimbursement

Paid time off

BBQ, catering, and food truck training

Job summary

Just Smokin' Barbecue is a locally owned restaurant in Wisconsin seeking a dependable Line Cook / Prep Cook to join our award-winning team. You’ll work the restaurant line, prep, stock, and clean your station, and assist with deliveries to keep the operation running smoothly.

We offer a fast-paced environment with opportunities for advancement, tip share, and benefits. Training is provided; must be at least 16 with evening and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn and follow recipes and daily task lists.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• No previous BBQ experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble menu items accurately and efficiently.
• Work the line during lunch and dinner service.
• Operate fryers, grills, ovens, steam tables, slicers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Portion, cut, chop, shred, and package cooked meats.
• Prepare sides, sauces, and other menu items.
• Complete daily prep lists and follow house recipes.
• Stock and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper holding temperatures.
• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries.
• Complete opening, closing, dishes, and general cleaning duties.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with catering and food truck events when needed.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Knife skills

Tools

Fryers

Grills

Ovens

Slicers

Job description

Join the Just Smokin' Barbecue Team!

Just Smokin' Barbecue is a locally owned, award-winning BBQ restaurant looking for a dependable, hardworking Line Cook / Prep Cook to join our team.

We're looking for someone who works well in a fast‑paced kitchen, takes pride in putting out consistent food, and understands that there's always something to do. Punctuality, reliability, cleanliness, and attention to detail are extremely important.

You'll work the restaurant line, prepare food, complete prep, stock and clean your station, assist with deliveries, and help wherever needed to keep the restaurant running smoothly. When business slows down, we use that time to clean, stock, prep, organize, and get ready for the next rush.

Pay & Benefits

• $15–$20+ per hour depending on experience, PLUS tip share


• Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling


• 15-hour-per-week minimum


• Opportunities for advancement


• 401(k) matching


• Health reimbursement for eligible employees


• Paid time off for eligible employees


• Training in BBQ, catering, food truck, and restaurant operations

What You'll Do

• Prepare and assemble menu items accurately and efficiently


• Work the line during lunch and dinner service


• Operate fryers, grills, ovens, steam tables, slicers, and other kitchen equipment


• Portion, cut, chop, shred, and package cooked meats


• Prepare sides, sauces, and other menu items


• Complete daily prep lists and follow house recipes


• Stock and maintain a clean, organized workstation


• Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper holding temperatures


• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries


• Complete opening, closing, dishes, and general cleaning duties


• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures


• Assist with catering and food truck events when needed

Opportunities to Learn & Grow

• Meat trimming, seasoning, and grinding


• Brisket, pork, chicken, ribs, turkey, and other BBQ preparation


• Smoker loading, fire management, and pit operations


• Catering and food truck operations


• Leadership and kitchen management

Previous BBQ experience is not required. We're willing to teach someone who is dependable, motivated, and wants to learn.

What We're Looking For

• Dependable, punctual, and hardworking


• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment


• Willing to learn multiple positions and help wherever needed


• Able to follow recipes, directions, and daily task lists


• Comfortable working with knives and commercial kitchen equipment


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Able to stand for a full shift and regularly lift 20–50 pounds


• Evening and weekend availability preferred


• Must be at least 16 years old

If you like staying busy, take pride in your work, and want an opportunity to learn and grow with Just Smokin' Barbecue, we'd like to meet you.