Cook Manager Jobs in Lancaster, SC (NOW HIRING)

Midwood Smokehouse is dedicated to doing barbecue right: no pellets, no gas, no power outlets; just hardwood and hard work.

Midwood Smokehouse is looking for a self-motivated individual with meat/butcher experience to join our team. The ideal candidate should be an early riser and able to start the first shift at 6 am.

Our menu showcases all styles of barbecue, from North Carolina hog to Texas beef. We are committed to delivering mouthwatering, authentic southern-style barbecue dishes to our guests, both in-house and through our catering services.

We are seeking an experienced BBQ Pit Cook to join our team and assist in the daily operation of protein production for our restaurant and catering business. The ideal candidate will work alongside our experienced Pitmasters who have been mentored and trained by Matt Barry, Corporate Executive Pitmaster. Our BBQ Pit Cooks managing the wood smoker and ensuring the trimming, cooking, and presentation of all proteins meet our high standards. This position requires a passion for barbecue, attention to detail, and a dedication to maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The BBQ Pit Cook needs to be self motivated, can prioritize a large prep list, exceptional task management skills and time oriented. Having Meat/butcher experience huge plus!

Who is the Pit Cook?

The Pit Cook is the heart of the operation, just as the smoker is the heart of the restaurant. If the smoker isn’t working, the restaurant isn’t working. The Smoke Wrangler comes in early and makes sure every piece of meat that comes off the pit is perfect every single time.

Why Join the Midwood Smokehouse Team?

We appreciate great talent and reward our team members accordingly. As the Pit Cook at Midwood Smokehouse you will receive:

• Better Quality of Life- The Pit Cook will learn of a ton about barbecue (even if they already know a lot)
• Growth Opportunities - Most of our culinary team started out as line cooks, we are always looking to promote talent into our ranks!
• Referral Program for a quick way to make some cash

Pit Cook Responsibilities Include:

Smoking of the meats as directed by the Pitmaster

 Prepping and monitoring of the meat to guarantee excellent quality, aiming to make enough for the daily demands while minimizing waste

 Checking meat supply and dispose of any below-standard products

 Assist in inventory, receiving, and storage of all food and supply products

 Execute amazing meats from the Pit following our recipes to produce consistent results

 Follow the sanitation standards, make sure your workstation stays clean and organized, and follow all of the food handling standards

 Follow proper deep cleaning and maintenance schedule for the Pit

 Think proactively to anticipate busy days and large groups so you prepare meat accordingly.  

We Are Looking for a Pit Cook Who:

Has passion and knowledge about barbecue principles

 Has related experience in barbecue

 Has experience cutting meat/butcher experience

 Has experience in quantity food production, presentation, service, and sanitation

 Can speak clearly and listen attentively to staff, peers, supervisors and guests

Can lift up to 50 pounds

Join our team at Midwood Smokehouse and be part of a dynamic, passionate team dedicated to delivering the best barbecue and hospitality experience!

Company Information 

FS Food Group is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Disclaimer: The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at FS Food Group, employment is “at will” or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.

We’re your neighborhood smokehouse using nothing but Cackalacky hickory hardwood and hard work to make the best barbecue around. We celebrate barbecue styles from across the country. Texas brisket, Memphis-style ribs, Kansas City burnt ends, and—of course—Carolina chopped pork from our own back yards. Barbecue is for everyone, so we can’t wait to see y’all soon.