BBQ Pitman
About Us
Bludso's BBQ is looking for a hardworking and dependable Pitman to join our team. This is a hands-on position responsible for smoking meats over live fire, maintaining smoker operations, and producing great barbecue every day.
This is not a typical kitchen job. Much of the work is performed outdoors around live-fire cooking equipment and requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a passion for barbecue.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor smokers and live-fire cooking equipment
- Build, maintain, and manage wood fires throughout the cooking process
- Smoke and prepare brisket, ribs, pork, chicken, and other proteins according to company standards
- Monitor product quality, temperatures, and cook times
- Receive, rotate, and properly store products
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards
- Assist with production and cleaning tasks as needed
Qualifications
- Previous experience working with meat is required
- Experience with smokers, grills, live-fire cooking, barbecue, butcher shops, steakhouses, or meat production is preferred
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to regularly lift and carry 50+ pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and perform physical labor for extended periods
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Schedule Requirements
- Availability to work early morning, late night, and overnight shifts
- Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed
- Reliable transportation
What We're Looking For
- Someone who takes pride in producing great barbecue
- Comfortable working around heat, smoke, and live fire
- Hardworking, dependable, and team-oriented
- Able to maintain quality and consistency in a fast-paced environment
- Willing and able to perform physically demanding work in an outdoor environment
Important: This is a physically demanding position. Candidates should be comfortable lifting heavy products, working on their feet for long periods, and working outdoors around heat, smoke, and live fire.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- Meat cookery: 3 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Panorama City, CA 91402 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Panorama City, CA 91402: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
