Pit Master/Meat Cutter

Jim 'N Nick's Community Bar-B-Q; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Discounted meals

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Vacation for eligible team members

Life Assistance Program

Advancement to kitchen management

Job summary

Jim 'N Nick's Community Bar-B-Q is hiring for a hands-on Pitmaster role in a fast-paced kitchen. You will own the pit and meat operation, operate smokers with precision, and cut and portion to spec while protecting quality on every pound.

You will monitor inventory, manage waste, and enforce strict safety and sanitation standards. This role offers real advancement as you move toward kitchen leadership

Qualifications

• Experience as a pitmaster, meat cutter, line cook, expediter, or prep cook is valued
• Disciplined, consistent, and proud of the craft
• Ability to work hands-on in a high-energy kitchen

Responsibilities

• Own the pit and meat operation: run our smokers with skill and consistency, cut and portion to spec
• Monitor the quality of every pound of smoked meat and manage inventory and waste
• Uphold safety and sanitation standards and follow procedures to protect the brand

Job description

What You’ll Do

Own the pit and meat operation: run our smokers with skill and consistency, cut and portion to spec, and monitor the quality of every pound of smoked meat that leaves your station. You'll manage inventory and food waste in the pit and meat area, follow process and procedure to the letter, and hold the line on safety and sanitation, because the whole brand rides on what comes off your smoker.

What You’ll Do

Own the pit and meat operation: run our smokers with skill and consistency, cut and portion to spec, and monitor the quality of every pound of smoked meat that leaves your station. You'll manage inventory and food waste in the pit and meat area, follow process and procedure to the letter, and hold the line on safety and sanitation, because the whole brand rides on what comes off your smoker.

Who You Are

Your experience as a pitmaster, meat cutter, line cook, expediter, or prep cook is wanted here. You're disciplined, consistent, and genuinely proud of the craft. Low and slow isn't just how we cook. It's how you build a reputation.

What We Give You

• Competitive pay and flexible schedules
• Discounted meals (you'll be eating well)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), employer-paid life insurance, and vacation for eligible team members
• Life Assistance Program and Bar-B-Q Family Fund, because we take care of our own
• Real advancement, from the pit to kitchen manager and beyond

Our Values:

Be Honest. Be Respectful. Be Committed. Be Disciplined. Be Supportive.

The Physical Stuff

This role is hands-on and high-energy. You'll be on your feet up to 8+ hours a day in a live kitchen, lifting up to 50 lbs, with constant exposure to heat. Bending, reaching, climbing, and equipment operation are all part of the craft. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Jim 'N Nick's Community Bar-B-Q is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Other job-related duties may be assigned as business needs require.