Pit Master - South Branch Smokehouse

Compensation and Benefits

$17.00 - $24.00/hr full-Time Team Members receive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life, 401(k), STD, LTD, paid holiday, vacation, personal & sick time, lean management training, and numerous other employee discount benefits through our HR provider LL Roberts.

As our Pit Master, you’ll be the heart of the Smokehouse, responsible for daily operations, team leadership, and maintaining the standards that define our food.

• Lead all daily food prep and smoking operations
• Cook and smoke meats to company recipes and quality standards
• Guide and mentor the kitchen team to ensure consistency, speed, and presentation
• Oversee inventory, weekly ordering, and proper food storage
• Ensure all food safety and sanitation standards are followed
• Plan menus and specials while managing food costs
• Train kitchen staff on food prep, safety, and company standards
• Enforce daily/weekly opening, closing, and cleaning procedures
• Hire, schedule, train, and discipline kitchen staff as needed
• Meet with catering clients to plan custom event menus
• Deliver exceptional food and guest experiences, every service

• Proven experience as a Pit Master, Chef, or Cook
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Deep knowledge of smoking techniques, food prep, and kitchen operations
• Familiarity with sanitation and food safety regulations
• Ability to stay calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills
• Culinary school diploma preferred, but experience speaks loudest
• Ability to stand for long periods and work all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

• Be the creative and operational leader of our kitchen
• Work in a team-driven, passion-fueled environment
• Opportunity to influence menus, specials, and catering events
• A role where your skills, leadership, and craft truly matter

Additional Information:
Kindly, be aware that the job description provided is not an exhaustive account of the activities, duties, or responsibilities entailed for this role. Standard Operating Procedures, Training Checklists, and Departmental Handbooks will be provided to ensure the Team Member is trained in all duties and responsibilities of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Up to Par Management and Taylor Hospitality are Equal Employment Opportunity companies, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability.

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