Assistant Pitmaster

1 week ago

East Gwillimbury, Ontario, Canada Benny's Barbecue Full time

Benny's Barbecue – Newmarket

Benny's Barbecue is hiring a Full-Time Assistant Pit Master to join our growing team starting February. This leadership role is ideal for an experienced kitchen professional with management experience who is passionate about BBQ, food quality, and building strong kitchen teams.

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Position Details

  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Compensation: $24-$28/hour starting wage
  • Hours: 35–44 hours per week
  • Schedule: Full-time availability required
  • Growth Opportunity: Strong potential for advancement

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Availability Requirements

  • Must provide at least five (5) days of open availability from Tuesday-Sunday per week
  • At least two (2) of those days must include Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday
  • Must be available for early mornings, long service days, and weekends

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Required Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of restaurant kitchen experience
  • At least 2 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience (required)
  • Customer service experience is a strong asset
  • BBQ, smokehouse, or high-volume kitchen experience is an asset

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Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure great-tasting, high-quality food is consistently prepared and served
  • Assist the Head Pit Master with daily BBQ operations, prep execution, and food quality control
  • Perform and oversee basic food preparation (washing, chopping, portioning, prep planning)
  • Support weekly inventory management, ordering, restocking, and supply organization
  • Assist with staff scheduling, shift coverage, and daily workflow planning
  • Train, mentor, and support kitchen team members, including newer staff
  • Maintain clean, organized workstations and enforce sanitation standards
  • Ensure dishwashing, equipment cleaning, and waste removal are completed efficiently
  • Step in for hands-on kitchen support during peak service periods
  • Support front-of-house operations when needed to ensure an excellent guest experience
  • Uphold food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards at all times

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What We're Looking For

  • Proven leadership and kitchen management experience
  • Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
  • Ability to lead by example while remaining hands-on
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player
  • Passion for BBQ, consistency, and positive team culture

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Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
  • Comfortable working in hot kitchen environments

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How to Apply

Please email your resume to

Apply only if you meet the experience and availability requirements listed above.

Thank you—we look forward to welcoming the next leader at Benny's Barbecue

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • East Gwillimbury, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • Kitchen: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person