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Q39

BBQ Pitmaster

Lees Summit, MO · On-site

$70 - $80/hr

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year. Job Summary Pitmaster Sous Chef. Reports to: Restaurant Chef. Company: Q39 LLC. The role maintains food quality and cleanliness, ensuring adherence to ...

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Pitmaster

Nashville, TN · On-site

$22/hr

Martin's BBQ Joint on 4th Ave S in Nashville, TN is seeking hard-working, dependable, and ... We contribute up to 60% towards insurance premiums - Unlimited Employee Referral Program! ($100 per ...

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Pitmaster

Nashville, TN

$19/hr

Martin's BBQ Joint on 4th Ave S in Nashville, TN is seeking hard-working, dependable, and ... We contribute up to 60% towards insurance premiums - Unlimited Employee Referral Program! ($100 per ...

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Pitmaster

Spring Hill, TN

$18/hr

Martin's BBQ Joint on 4th Ave S in Nashville, TN is seeking hard-working, dependable, and ... We contribute up to 60% towards insurance premiums - Unlimited Employee Referral Program! ($100 per ...

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Pitmaster

Nashville, TN · On-site

$19/hr

Martin's BBQ Joint on 4th Ave S in Nashville, TN is seeking hard-working, dependable, and ... We contribute up to 60% towards insurance premiums - Unlimited Employee Referral Program! ($100 per ...

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Pitmaster

Spring Hill, TN · On-site

$18/hr

Martin's BBQ Joint on 4th Ave S in Nashville, TN is seeking hard-working, dependable, and ... We contribute up to 60% towards insurance premiums - Unlimited Employee Referral Program! ($100 per ...

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

Pitmaster

Nashville, TN · On-site

$22/hr

Martin's BBQ Joint on 4th Ave S in Nashville, TN is seeking hard-working, dependable, and ... We contribute up to 60% towards insurance premiums - Unlimited Employee Referral Program! ($100 per ...

HEB

McKinney True TX BBQ - Line Cook - Part time

Mckinney, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Line Cook / BBQ Pitmaster, you'll provide superior fast, fresh, and friendly customer service ... Frequently: 2.5 - 5.5 hours per 8-hour day; Occasionally: 0 - 2.5 hours per 8-hour day * It is ...

HEB

Melissa True TX BBQ - Line Cook - Part time

Melissa, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

As a Line Cook / BBQ Pitmaster, you'll provide superior fast, fresh, and friendly customer service ... Frequently: 2.5 - 5.5 hours per 8-hour day; Occasionally: 0 - 2.5 hours per 8-hour day * It is ...

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How much do per diem bbq pitmaster jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem bbq pitmaster in the United States is $18.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Bbq Pitmaster vs Catering Chef?

AspectPer Diem Bbq PitmasterCatering Chef
CredentialsExperience in BBQ, food safety certificationsCooking certifications, culinary degree often preferred
Work EnvironmentEvent sites, outdoor BBQ setups, festivalsCommercial kitchens, catering events
Employer & IndustryFood festivals, catering companies, outdoor eventsCatering companies, restaurants, event venues

The Per Diem Bbq Pitmaster primarily focuses on outdoor BBQ events, often working on a per diem basis, emphasizing grilling and smoking techniques. In contrast, a Catering Chef typically works in commercial kitchens or catering settings, preparing a variety of dishes for events. Both roles require culinary skills, but the Pitmaster specializes in BBQ, while the Catering Chef has a broader culinary scope.

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BBQ Pitmaster

Q39

Lees Summit, MO • On-site

$70 - $80/hr

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Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Q39 LSMO - Lees Summit, MO 64081. Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.

Job Summary

Pitmaster Sous Chef. Reports to: Restaurant Chef. Company: Q39 LLC. The role maintains food quality and cleanliness, ensuring adherence to Q39 recipes, smoking standards, and health regulations. The Pitmaster leads the smoking and preparation of all barbecue meats to Q39 quality standards, trains and manages back‑of‑house teams, oversees daily ordering and line checks, and achieves targeted scores on EcoSure and local health inspections.

Key Accountabilities
  • Pitmaster Leadership – Prepare and cook barbecue meats daily according to Q39 recipes, portioning, and cooking standards, ensuring consistent food quality.
  • Operate smokers and execute all core barbecue tasks (loading, wrapping, temp checks, glazing, rib and brisket prep, pork, sausage, chicken).
  • Perform smoker care and maintenance to ensure consistent performance and food quality.
  • Train, develop, and oversee back‑of‑house staff, provide coaching on performance, safety, and teamwork, and assist the Kitchen Manager with labor scheduling and shift coverage.
  • Place orders, maintain pars, verify deliveries for quality and accuracy, and monitor food cost and waste through portion control and standard procedures.
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean, maintained, and operational, including preventative maintenance programs.
  • Lead adherence to all federal, state, county, and municipal health and safety regulations; implement corrective actions for policy violations.
  • Complete line checks, coordinate with management on quality, resolve operational issues, and document incidents, repairs, and employee performance using 7Shifts.
  • Support execution of all Q39 guidelines, recommend performance enhancements, and ensure consistent implementation of back‑of‑house procedures.
Qualifications
  • Must have experience working in a high‑volume environment.
  • Experienced in a variety of kitchen stations and multiple cooking styles.
  • Must be able to trim and portion cuts of meat.
  • 1‑2 years of full‑service kitchen management experience.
  • 3+ years of restaurant cooking experience.
  • Read, write, and speak English fluently; Spanish is a plus.
  • Display basic knowledge of operation of computers and tablets, including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Excellent communication skills.
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