Pitmaster/Meatcutter

Jim 'N Nick's Community Bar-B-Q; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Discounted meals

Medical/dental/vision

401(k)

Employer-paid life insurance

Vacation

Life Assistance Program

Bar-B-Q Family Fund

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Jim 'N Nick's Community Bar-B-Q is seeking a pitmaster to own the pit and meat operation, running our smokers with skill and consistency. You will cut and portion to spec and monitor the quality of every pound of smoked meat that leaves your station.

You will manage inventory and food waste, follow processes to the letter, and maintain safety and sanitation standards since the brand's reputation rests on what comes off the smoker.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pitmaster, meat cutter, line cook, expediter, or prep cook.
• Disciplined, consistent, and proud of the craft.

Responsibilities

• Own the pit and meat operation; run smokers with skill and consistency, cut and portion to spec, and monitor the quality of every pound of smoked meat that leaves your station.
• Manage inventory and food waste in the pit and meat area; follow processes exactly; uphold safety and sanitation across the brand.

Skills

Pitmaster experience

Food safety

Consistency

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.

Earn $16-20 an hour!!

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.