Culinary Manager Big Mike’s BBQ Smokehouse Big Mike’s BBQ Smokehouse is seeking a driven, hands-on Culinary Manager to lead kitchen execution and develop a disciplined, high-performing culinary team. This role is ideal for a kitchen leader who thrives on working the line, coaching cooks in real time, and holding high standards for food quality, consistency, and speed. As Culinary Manager, you will be a visible leader in the kitchen — setting the pace, reinforcing recipes, and ensuring every plate reflects our brand standards. You’ll work closely with the Executive Kitchen Manager and leadership team to deliver consistent, high-quality food every shift. In addition to a competitive salary, Big Mike's BBQ offers benefits, including: • Weekly pay and balanced schedules. • Vacation and flex time. • Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Mardi Gras Day, Good Friday • Medical, dental, and vision insurance. • 401(k) with employer match. If you're a passionate and experienced hospitality professional who's ready to take on a new challenge, we encourage you to apply today. Responsibilities: What You’ll Do Lead From the Line • Work actively on the line and in prep during peak periods • Set urgency, pace, and execution standards for the kitchen team • Demonstrate correct cooking techniques, portioning, and plating • Coach and correct execution issues in real time • Lead by example through discipline, focus, and professionalism Drive Food Quality & Consistency • Ensure flawless execution of approved recipes and procedures • Monitor taste, texture, temperature, and presentation throughout service • Verify prep accuracy, yields, and holding practices • Deliver consistent results from cook to cook and shift to shift Support Menu Rollouts & Training • Execute new menu item rollouts hands-on in the kitchen • Train cooks by working alongside them • Ensure new items are executed correctly before and after launch • Communicate execution feedback and challenges to leadership Train, Coach & Hold Accountable • Train cooks through demonstration, repetition, and verification • Certify team members on stations based on performance • Hold cooks accountable for recipe adherence and cleanliness • Reinforce standards for urgency, organization, and teamwork Ensure Safety, Sanitation & Controls • Enforce food safety and sanitation standards at all times • Monitor temperatures, labeling, dating, and holding procedures • Maintain inspection-ready conditions every shift Manage Cost & Kitchen Systems • Control food cost through proper prep, portioning, and waste reduction • Execute inventory and ordering systems accurately • Ensure cooks follow yield, trim, and portion standards What We’re Looking For • A hands-on kitchen leader who enjoys coaching from the line • Strong recipe discipline and attention to detail • Ability to lead calmly and decisively in a fast-paced environment • Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and accountability • Team-first mindset with strong communication skills Qualifications: • Strong insight into the latest culinary industry trends and can demonstrate sufficient knowledge of portion and plating standards • At least 3 years in a supervisory role in the food and beverage department • Customer relationship management experience desired • Exhibits strong leadership and customer service skills • High school graduate or equivalent, degree in hospitality management preferred Compensation: $52,000

• What You’ll DoLead From the Line • Work actively on the line and in prep during peak periods • Set urgency, pace, and execution standards for the kitchen team • Demonstrate correct cooking techniques, portioning, and plating • Coach and correct execution issues in real time • Lead by example through discipline, focus, and professionalismDrive Food Quality & Consistency • Ensure flawless execution of approved recipes and procedures • Monitor taste, texture, temperature, and presentation throughout service • Verify prep accuracy, yields, and holding practices • Deliver consistent results from cook to cook and shift to shiftSupport Menu Rollouts & Training • Execute new menu item rollouts hands-on in the kitchen • Train cooks by working alongside them • Ensure new items are executed correctly before and after launch • Communicate execution feedback and challenges to leadershipTrain, Coach & Hold Accountable • Train cooks through demonstration, repetition, and verification • Certify team members on stations based on performance • Hold cooks accountable for recipe adherence and cleanliness • Reinforce standards for urgency, organization, and teamworkEnsure Safety, Sanitation & Controls • Enforce food safety and sanitation standards at all times • Monitor temperatures, labeling, dating, and holding procedures • Maintain inspection-ready conditions every shiftManage Cost & Kitchen Systems • Control food cost through proper prep, portioning, and waste reduction • Execute inventory and ordering systems accurately • Ensure cooks follow yield, trim, and portion standardsWhat We’re Looking For • A hands-on kitchen leader who enjoys coaching from the line • Strong recipe discipline and attention to detail • Ability to lead calmly and decisively in a fast-paced environment • Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and accountability • Team-first mindset with strong communication skills