Restaurant Prep Cook, 1st Shift & 2nd Shift

Restaurant Cook | BBQ Restaurant

Full-Time or Part-Time Position

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour (includes tips)

Love Great Food? Old Carolina Barbecue Company is looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who take pride in preparing great food and creating exceptional guest experiences.

Whether you're an experienced cook or looking to build new skills, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to succeed. Old Carolina Barbecue Company was built on a passion for authentic barbecue and a commitment to great hospitality. Before opening our first restaurant in Massillon, Ohio, we started as a competitive BBQ team dedicated to perfecting the craft of slow-smoked barbecue.

Today, Old Carolina Barbecue Company proudly operates eight locations throughout Northeast Ohio and Pennsylvania, serving authentic BBQ made with quality ingredients, time-honored methods, and a genuine commitment to our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for team members who are passionate about food, hospitality, and being part of a company that values teamwork, development, and operational excellence.

Competitive hourly earnings that include tip income

• Flexible full-time and part-time schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible team members
• Paid vacation for eligible full-time team members
• Free meals during shifts
• Paid training
• Our Cooks play a critical role in delivering the food quality our guests expect and the reputation that Old Carolina Barbecue Company has built.

As a Cook, you'll learn food preparation techniques, BBQ production methods, food safety standards, and kitchen operations while working alongside a team committed to excellence.

Many of our leaders began their careers in hourly positions and advanced through hard work, reliability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Food Preparation & Quality

• Prepare menu items according to company recipes and quality standards
• Cut, pull, assemble, and prepare food products properly
• Assist with smoker operations and BBQ production as needed
• Ensure food quality, consistency, freshness, and presentation standards are met
• Follow all food preparation procedures and recipes

Kitchen Operations

• Stock and prepare workstations with products, utensils, and supplies
• Maintain proper food levels and product availability
• Assist with preparing bulk and catering orders
• Complete required prep, production, and sanitation tasks
• Follow daily and weekly kitchen checklists

Guest Service Support

• Prepare food accurately and efficiently to support exceptional guest experiences
• Help ensure timely order completion and minimal guest wait times
• Communicate effectively with managers and team members to maintain smooth operations

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health department requirements
• Follow proper knife safety and equipment safety procedures
• Properly date, rotate, and store food products

Previous restaurant, kitchen, food preparation, or culinary experience preferred

• Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and quality standards
• High school diploma or GED preferred

No experience? Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment and food preparation tools

This position may be offered as either full-time or part-time based on business needs and candidate availability.

Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required based on operational needs.

This position is classified as non-exempt and is eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid training