Pit Master/Meat Cutter

Jimnnicks; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Discounted meals

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K plan

Life insurance

Vacation

Life Assistance Program

Team Member Assistance Fund

Job summary

Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q in Augusta, GA is seeking a Pitmaster/Meat Cutter to lead our pit and meat operations, ensure the quality of smoked meats, and uphold safety and sanitation standards.

The role requires experience in high‑volume kitchen settings, teamwork, and a passion for guest service; we offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience as Pitmaster or meat-focused kitchen roles.
• Ability to operate smokers and manage food quality.
• Knowledge of health, safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Execute pit and meat operations and monitor quality of smoked meats.
• Maintain food safety standards and sanitation practices.
• Manage inventory and reduce waste in pit/meat area.
• Contribute to brand excellence through high food quality.

Skills

Pitmaster

Meat Cutter

Line Cook

Expediter

Prep Cook

Fry/Salad Chef

Job description

275 Robert C Daniel Jr. Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909, USA

Experience Requirements

Your previous experience as a Pitmaster, Meat Cutter, Line Cook, Expediter, Prep Cook, or Fry/Salad Chef is needed here at Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q!

Role Overview

The Pitmaster/Meat Cutter is responsible for the execution of our pit and meat operations and monitoring and managing the overall quality of our smoked meats. Responsibilities include food quality management, proficiency in using our smokers, adherence to process and procedure, safety and sanitation practices, ability to manage inventory and food waste in the pit/meat area and execution of brand excellence through high food quality.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Discounted meals
• A work environment that is upbeat, exciting, and fun
• Opportunity for advancement
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K plan, employer paid life insurance and vacation for eligible team members
• Life Assistance Program
• Team Member Assistance Fund

Culture

Our BBQ family is built on five core values:

• Be Honest – We act with integrity
• Be Respectful – We are humble, kind and gracious
• Be Committed – We go the extra mile
• Be Disciplined – We do it the JNN way – every day
• Be Supportive – we appreciate our JNN family, our community, and our partners

Requirements

• Passion to serve the guest
• Committed to teamwork - none of us can succeed without all of us
• Possess a positive attitude
• Enjoy working in a fast paced environment
• Respect the adherence to health, safety and sanitation procedures
• Ability to clean as you go and stay organized

Physical Requirements

Performs duties that require bending, lifting, reaching and turning. Transports items and containers (weighing up to 50 lbs.) to and from stock and kitchen locations. Is able to stand up to 8 hours or longer if needed.

Additional Notes

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not intended to be all‑inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer
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