Texas BBQ Pit Master - Part-Time Smoke & Serve

Goode Company Restaurants; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical membership

Wellness resources

Full medical benefits after 12 months

Food discounts

Weekly payroll

Job summary

Goode Company Restaurants is seeking a part-time Pit Master in Houston, TX. You will build and maintain the fire, smoke meats, and ensure on-time prep while keeping a clean, organized station.

Ideal candidates show punctuality, strong time management, knife skills, and the ability to work around heated equipment. Previous pit experience and a dedication to authentic Texas barbecue are essential.

Qualifications

• Punctual and reliable attendance.
• 6 months to 1 year experience working as a BBQ Pit Master.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Able to work around heated equipment.
• Able to stand and move for long periods.
• Knife skills.
• Experience working a pit and building a fire.

Responsibilities

• Make sure all food is prepared and cooked to Goode Company quality standards.
• Smoke all meats properly and consistently.
• Check all customer cooking orders and have cooked in a timely fashion.
• Have line stocked with all food products by 10:30-10:45.
• Receive all incoming merchandise, check quality and quantity and store in its proper place.
• Communicate with blockman to keep line stocked and for special needs.
• Make sure all cooked and uncooked stock is rotated correctly.
• Check and transfer all ordered items from Commissary to restaurant.
• Keep kitchen area clean at all times.
• Communicate with management any problem that might occur.
• Perform any other work-related duties specified by management.
• Present a professional appearance and proper language when addressing others.

Skills

Punctuality

Time management

Stamina

Knife skills

Pit cooking

Follow procedures

Heated equipment awareness

Standing for long periods

BBQ pit experience (6–12 months)

Job description

Goode Company Restaurants is seeking a part-time Pit Master in Houston, TX. You will build and maintain the fire, smoke meats, and ensure on-time prep while keeping a clean, organized station.

Ideal candidates show punctuality, strong time management, knife skills, and the ability to work around heated equipment. Previous pit experience and a dedication to authentic Texas barbecue are essential.