Kitchen Prep Supervisor

Old Carolina Barbecue Company (BBQ)

Full-Time or Part-Time Hourly Position

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Old Carolina Barbecue Company is looking for detail-oriented team members who take pride in food quality, organization, and operational excellence.

Our Kitchen Prep Supervisor position is a leadership development opportunity for individuals who want to take ownership of food preparation, smoker operations, inventory readiness, and kitchen execution while building skills for future advancement opportunities within our growing BBQ restaurant company.

As a Kitchen Prep Supervisor, you will play a critical role in maintaining the quality, consistency, and preparation standards that our guests expect from Old Carolina Barbecue Company. You’ll work closely with restaurant leadership to ensure products are prepared correctly, inventory levels are maintained, and kitchen operations run efficiently.

This role serves as an important step within our leadership development pathway and provides opportunities for continued growth within the company.

Old Carolina Barbecue Company was built on a passion for authentic barbecue and a commitment to great hospitality. Before opening our first restaurant in Massillon, Ohio, we started as a competitive BBQ team dedicated to perfecting the craft of slow-smoked barbecue.

While our home is in North Canton, Ohio, our recipes, traditions, and cooking techniques are inspired by the rich barbecue heritage of the Carolinas. Today, Old Carolina Barbecue Company proudly operates eight locations throughout Northeast Ohio and Pennsylvania, serving authentic BBQ made with quality ingredients, time-honored methods, and a genuine commitment to our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for leaders who are passionate about people, hospitality, and building a long-term career with a company that values development, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Competitive hourly pay of $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible team members

Paid vacation and holidays for eligible team members

Free meals during shifts

Company-provided uniforms

Leadership development opportunities

Flexible scheduling options

Supportive and people-focused culture

Career growth opportunities within a growing BBQ restaurant company

At Old Carolina Barbecue Company, we believe great leaders are developed through accountability, consistency, and attention to detail.

Food preparation and production planning

Smoker operation and BBQ production

Inventory management and product ordering

Food cost awareness

Product quality control

Kitchen organization and execution

Team communication and coordination

Food safety and sanitation

Operational planning and execution

High-performing Kitchen Prep Supervisors may be considered for future Shift Supervisor, Manager in Training, or other leadership opportunities based on performance, readiness, and business needs.

Ensure all BBQ and menu items are prepared according to company recipes and quality standards

Maintain product quality, consistency, freshness, and presentation

Oversee smoker loading, unloading, and daily smoker operations

Monitor food dating, rotation, and storage procedures

Ensure proper preparation and handling of all food products

Execute daily and weekly prep plans

Maintain appropriate inventory and stock levels

Assist with ordering and inventory counts

Organize, label, and prepare bulk orders

Complete required prep, production, and sanitation…