Restaurant - BBQ Chef

IPOT; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Free staff meals every shift

Growth opportunities into lead/sous chef roles

Job summary

A popular dining establishment in San Francisco is seeking passionate BBQ Chefs to join their expanding kitchen focusing on American BBQ. This role involves preparing high-quality meats, collaborating on new recipes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Candidates should have experience in American BBQ, strong knife skills, and a team-oriented attitude. Competitive hourly pay and free staff meals are offered, along with growth opportunities into lead and R&D positions.

Qualifications

• Experience in American BBQ, including smoking and grilling.
• Kitchen experience in Asian cuisine is a plus.
• Speaks Chinese/Cantonese preferred.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. or able to obtain work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Smoke, grill, and prepare high-quality meats.
• Balance flavors between American BBQ and Asian BBQ.
• Collaborate with the team to test new recipes.
• Maintain consistency in marinades, rubs, and smoke profiles.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow food safety standards.
• Collaborate with the team to test new recipes and develop menu items.
• Support delivery operations, including packaging, portioning, and quality control for off-site orders.
• Assist with inventory management and prep list planning.
• Work evening/night shifts (4 PM – 12 AM) and support peak dinner service.

Skills

American BBQ techniques

Knife skills

Team player

Food safety

Job description

San Francisco, United States | Posted on 03/01/2026

We’re a fast-growing Chinese hotpot and BBQ restaurant in San Francisco, and we’re now expanding our kitchen with authentic American BBQ. We’re looking for passionate BBQ Chefs who know their way around smoke, fire, and flavor — from slow-smoked brisket and ribs to Asian-style Yakiniku and hotpot grill. If you love working with premium meats and want to help develop bold, unforgettable flavors for a next-generation dining concept, this is your role.

Responsibilities

• Smoke, grill, and prepare high-quality meats (brisket, ribs, chicken, pork belly, Wagyu, lamb, etc.)
• Balance flavors and techniques between American BBQ and Asian BBQ
• Slice, marinate, and season proteins for both BBQ and hotpot service
• Maintain consistency in marinades, rubs, and smoke profiles
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow strict food safety standards
• Collaborate with the team to test new recipes and develop new menu items
• Support delivery operations, including proper packaging, portioning, and quality control for off-site orders
• Assist with inventory management and prep list planning
• Work evening/night shifts (4 PM – 12 AM) and support peak dinner service

Requirements

• Experience in American BBQ (smoking, grilling, slow-cooking) strongly preferred
• Kitchen experience in Chinese or Asian cuisine (Hotpot/Yakiniku) is a plus
• Strong knife skills and attention to detail
• Interest in product development and menu innovation
• Experience with or interest in delivery prep and packaging is a plus
• Team player with a great attitude and communication skills
• Speaks Chinese / Cantonese (preferred but not required)
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• ServSafe or California Food Handler certification is a plus
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as part of daily kitchen work
• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
• Free staff meals every shift
• Growth opportunities into lead/sous chef and R&D positions
• Fun, fast-paced team and supportive work environment