First Cook / Experienced Line Cook / Prep Cook
Mr. Smooth Smokehouse & BBQ and Mr. Smooth Food Trucks & Catering are looking to add a few strong and experienced cooks to our growing kitchen teams.
We are currently hiring for First Cook, experienced Line Cook, and Prep Cook positions. Opportunities are available within our Smokehouse & BBQ restaurant as well as our Food Truck & Catering operation.
We are especially interested in finding dependable and versatile team members who are open to cross-training between both sides of the Mr. Smooth operation. Depending on experience, availability, and operational needs, team members may have the opportunity to work shifts at the restaurant, assist with food truck service and events, and support catering preparation and production.
Our restaurant specializes in authentic Southern-style barbecue, smoked low and slow, with a strong focus on preparation, consistency, quality, and delivering a great guest experience.
Our Food Trucks & Catering operation serves a variety of events throughout the season and requires team members who can work efficiently in fast-paced, high-volume environments while maintaining our standards for food quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.
Position Overview
These roles will work alongside our kitchen leadership and existing team members. Responsibilities may include food preparation, line execution, smoker and prep support, food truck service, catering production, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and assisting with day-to-day kitchen operations.
We are looking for people who are dependable, organized, take pride in their work, and can handle high-volume service while maintaining quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with daily food preparation and prep lists
- Preparing meats, sides, sauces, and menu items according to recipe and portion standards
- Supporting restaurant, food truck, catering, and event preparation
- Running and maintaining stations during service
- Working alongside kitchen leadership to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen flow
- Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards
- Assisting with inventory rotation, receiving, storage, and general kitchen upkeep
- Helping with food truck loading, setup, service, and breakdown when scheduled
- Supporting the team wherever needed during busy service periods and events
- Maintaining consistency and quality across both restaurant and food truck operations
Qualifications
- Previous professional kitchen experience is preferred
- First Cook and experienced Line Cook applicants should have strong line experience, with 3–5 years of kitchen experience preferred
- Prep Cook applicants with less experience may be considered based on reliability, work ethic, and willingness to learn
- Experience in high-volume or fast-paced kitchens is considered a major asset
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable transportation and the ability to report to scheduled restaurant, prep kitchen, food truck, and event locations as required
- Food Safety certification is considered an asset
- BBQ, smoker, grill, catering, or food truck experience is a bonus but not required
- Evening, weekend, and event availability is considered an asset
What We Offer
- Competitive wages based on experience and position
- Kitchen tip-out program where applicable
- On-site parking at our restaurant location
- Staff discounts
- A fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities to cross-train between our restaurant, food trucks, and catering operations
- Opportunities for additional hours during busy seasons, events, and catering bookings
- The opportunity to grow with an expanding local business
At Mr. Smooth, we are building kitchen teams that take pride in the food we serve, support one another, and understand that consistency, preparation, and teamwork are essential to running successful restaurant, food truck, and catering operations.
If you are an experienced cook looking for a new opportunity, or a dependable kitchen worker looking to continue developing your skills, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your resume along with your availability, preferred position, and a brief overview of your kitchen experience.
Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
