Smoke Operator

TITLE
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Smoke House Cook

REPORTS TO
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Production Supervisor

Responsible for production of meats needed for business day in a manner consistent with JBQ Meats quality standards, procedures, and recipe specifications. Strictly follows established cooling procedures to ensure wholesome products. Maintains organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

• Completes opening duties according to USDA standards.
• Responsible for all food quality in the plant from raw materials to finished goods.
• Responsible for all food quality and adhering to food safety standards while training other pit cooks.
• Ensures all products have met lethality and cool down according to USDA standards and HACCP/SOP Plan.
• Responsible for cooking all products to standard, recipe specifications and quality standards.
• Responsible for maintaining controlled and safe fires.
• Prepares meats and sides in accordance with recipes and quality indicators.
• Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely.
• Inspects the cleanliness and organization of the pit area and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies. Maintains throughout the shift.
• Proactively informs Leadership of any shortages before items run out.
• Communicates any assistance needed during busy periods to Leadership to ensure optimum service to customers.
• Assists other team members in completing their assigned duties and tasks.
• Minimizes waste and maintains controls to attain forecasted food cost.
• Breaks down workstation and completes closing duties according to facility standards.
• Maintains and strictly abides by GMPs, USDA, and sanitation/health regulations.
• Adheres to appearance and uniform standards.
• Adheres to all company standards, policies and procedures.

• Must be 18 Years of age
• 3 + years grill experience with a wood fire is preferred.
• Knowledge of Southern Pride equipment preferred.
• Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and follow through.
• Ability to be a clear thinker, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
• Ability to work well under pressure of meeting production schedule.
• Ability to transport cases of received goods to workstation.
• Ability to work in an extremely hot, noisy and sometimes close environment.
• Ability to use senses to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ability to operate, clean and maintain all equipment required in job function.
• Ability to comprehend and follow recipes.
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
• Working Conditions and Physical Requirements.
• Work in a manufacturing environment that can be noisy and require working with loud machinery.
• Workers are required to wear hair nets, gloves and aprons for food safety purposes.
• Position will require working in a slippery, cold, wet, refrigerated, or humid environment with an average temperature of below 40 Degrees consistently for entire shift.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, including bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, lifting, standing, walking, repetitive motion and the use of heavy machinery.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes that occur on the production line.
• Lifting arms above the head is required
• Manual Dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs individually or follow policy and procedure team lift over 50lbs.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• Must follow best in class manufacturing practices
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