Kitchen Manager

Kitchen Assistant Manager / Team Lead

Pay Varies on Experience, minimum start $13

Reports To: Store Manager / Owner

Position Type: Full-Time or Part Time

Why Work at Hickory Pit BBQ?

We're a family-owned, fast-growing operation with a reputation for great food and friendly service. Our managers are treated with respect and given the tools they need to succeed. We value honesty, teamwork, and people who want to grow with the company.

Summary:

The Assistant Manager / Team Leader helps oversee the daily operations of Hickory Pit BBQ, ensuring excellent food quality, fast service, and an outstanding customer experience. This position supports the manager, leads the team during busy hours, maintains high standards, and helps keep the kitchen running smoothly and efficiently.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Daily Operations & Leadership

2. Lead the team during shifts and maintain a positive, productive work environment.

3. Open and/or close the kitchen following proper procedures.
4. Monitor workflow to ensure smooth, fast service during peak times.
5. Solve customer and staff issues promptly and professionally.
6. Maintain communication between kitchen and front counter so orders go out correctly.

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1. Food Prep & Quality Control

2. Ensure all menu items are prepared according to Hickory Pit BBQ standards.

3. Oversee proper portioning, temperature control, and food safety procedures.
4. Monitor freshness of meats, sides, sauces, breads, and ingredients.
5. Ensure BBQ pits, steam tables, warmers, slicers, and equipment are used safely.

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1. Order Accuracy & Ticket Management

2. Verify that all orders (dinein, takeout, callin, online ordering) are entered correctly.

3. Ensure kitchen tickets are readable and organized.
4. This matches your goal of improving kitchen flow.
5. Doublecheck that completed orders match the ticket before leaving the kitchen.

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1. Training & Team Development

2. Train new staff on food prep, sanitation, customer service, and equipment operation.

3. Lead by example in professionalism, pace, and cleanliness.
4. Encourage teamwork and communication between kitchen staff and frontcounter staff.

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1. Inventory & Ordering Support

2. Perform daily/weekly inventory checks (meats, bread, chips, sauces, trays, gloves).

3. Notify manager when items are running low or need to be reordered.
4. Assist in receiving and organizing deliveries.
5. Reduce waste by monitoring product usage and enforcing proper rotation (FIFO).

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1. Cleanliness & Safety

2. Ensure all staff maintain a clean kitchen and prep area throughout the shift.

3. Oversee endofday cleaning checklists and verify everything is completed.
4. Monitor equipment functionality; report issues immediately.
5. Enforce food safety, sanitation, and handwashing procedures.

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1. Customer Experience

2. Interact with customers positively and resolve complaints professionally.

3. Promote Hickory Pit BBQ items, specials, and meal deals.
4. Maintain a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for guests.

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Qualifications

• Prior experience in food service, BBQ, or fastpaced kitchen preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm and focused during rush periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Basic math and pointofsale familiarity.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to excellent service.

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Preferred Traits

• Friendly, patient, and respectful.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High personal cleanliness standards.
• A "dowhatittakes" mindset.
• Enjoys BBQ and working with people.

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Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Employee discounted meal each shift.
• 401k Benefits
• Potential for performance bonuses.

About Hutchison Shell/Hickory Pit BBQ

We are a locally owned gas station/convenience store, offering high quality fuel, top notch essentials and delicious bbq, pizza, and subs

Salary : $13