Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

Full job description

About Us

We are a family-owned catering company built on quality, collaboration, and pride in what we create. Our kitchen is the heart of our operation, and were looking for a strong, hands-on leader who values teamwork, respects ownership involvement, and wants to help grow both our catering and retail production.

Position Overview

The Kitchen Manager will oversee daily catering production while managing and developing our in-store deli production. This role leads a team of 510 kitchen staff and works closely with ownership to execute current systems and develop new opportunities.

The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, innovative, and driven someone who not only manages operations efficiently but also generates and follows through on ideas to expand production and increase profitability. Someone who takes ownership of their role, leads by example, and sees opportunity where others see routine. This is a position for a motivated leader who wants to help shape the future of a growing family business.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of 510 BOH team members
• Train, coach, and mentor staff to maintain high standards
• Foster a respectful, accountable, team-oriented culture
• Remain open to ownership input and actively collaborate on new ideas and improvements
• Communicate clearly and consistently with ownership and team members

Production & Operations

• Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly catering production schedules
• Oversee food preparation to ensure quality, consistency, and timeliness
• Coordinate production to meet event timelines and retail demands
• Maintain efficient kitchen workflow and organization

Deli & Store Production Growth

• Generate and develop new ideas for deli counter offerings and store production
• Formulate retail pricing based on food and department costing
• Identify opportunities to expand product lines and increase sales
• Execute new production initiatives from concept to implementation
• Monitor product performance and adjust offerings as needed

Inventory & Cost Control

• Manage BOH inventory and oversee food and supply ordering
• Conduct regular store inventory checks
• Track food costs and usage trends
• Implement strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records
• Daily/weekly inventory of supplies to keep stock levels appropriate to the workload
• Place orders with vendors
• Be aware of price changes from different vendors and maintain relationships with reps

Sanitation & Safety

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards
• Ensure compliance with all health department regulations
• Uphold proper food handling and storage procedures

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen management or leadership experience (catering/banquet production experience preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple production streams (catering and retail)
• Experience with inventory control and food cost management
• Open, collaborative mindset and willingness to work closely with ownership
• Self-motivated with the drive to generate and execute new ideas
• Wild game experience is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment

What Awaits You:

Enjoy daily shifts, from 7am-5pm is your average working window.

Access health benefits, including Dental & Vision insurance.

Take up to 3 weeks paid time off.

Enjoy store discounts of up to 20%.

Embrace flexible scheduling, every other weekend off, based on seasonal needs

Compensation based on your experience. Raises and bonus based on performance and sales.

Opportunities await you.

Offered compensation: $50,000/yr - $70,000/yr

Experience and License Requirements

• Banquet Production
• Culinary Degree or Certificate
• Kitchen Chef
• Retail food production a plus
• Valid Driver's License

Culinary Kitchen Assist Wanted

No more late nights, exciting work, and family-owned Michigan Destination!Embark on a Culinary Adventure: Are you passionate about the culinary arts but tired of the late nights and high-pressure environment of traditional restaurant kitchens? Our typical work day is 8am-4 or 5pm. We rotate weekends during off seasons, and offer an increase wage by $2/hr on weekends.

Country Smoke House is in search of a driven individual who is skilled, dedicated, organized and passionate. Our catering department offers a wide variety of opportunities for creativity from our in store offerings to our roadside BBQ and occasional special events. Country Smoke House has many different avenues our catering department feeds; pick up catering, in store sales (ready to eat meals, salads, desserts, etc), our famous Roadside BBQ, occasional special events at the store, occasional offsite events and more! We are looking for someone who can think on their feet, stay organized, multitask and give direction. You will be assisting our Chef with a variety of day to day operations and helping train and lead the team daily.

Your Role:

• Work alongside a talented culinary team to craft delectable dishes for retail sales, catering events, and our famous BBQ roadside stand.
• Working as the assistance to our executive chef, second in command. Responsible & relied on for executing the production, efficiency and assuring cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Ensure proper rotation of food products to maintain freshness and quality.
• Maybe asked to participate in ordering kitchen needs.
• Maintain a productive and efficient pace to keep up with the demands of a busy kitchen.
• Occasionally assist with off-site catering events, showcasing your skills in diverse settings.
• Contribute to maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
• Willingness to obtain Serve Safe certification and uphold food safety standards.
• Exercise conscientiousness regarding product and food waste to minimize costs.

Disclaimer: The above statements provide an overview of the role's nature and scope. They offer insight into responsibilities and skills.

What Awaits You:

• Enjoy daytime shifts with working hours from 8 am to 4 or 5:00 pm, providing a healthy work and personal life balance.
• Benefit from weekend premium pay, earning an extra $2 per hour for weekend shifts.
• Access comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision insurance.
• Take advantage of up to three weeks of vacation time to recharge and relax.
• Enjoy store discounts of up to 20% on our delicious products.
• Embrace flexible scheduling with every other weekend off, based on seasonal needs.
• Competitive compensation tailored to your experience and skills.
• Exciting opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization.

Ready to Define Culinary Excellence?

Embark on a fulfilling culinary journey at Country Smoke House, where your creativity will flourish, and your skills will be appreciated. Apply today to join our winning team and become part of our mission to deliver exceptional dining experiences to our customers. Your culinary adventure starts here!

Offered compensation: $18/hr - $23/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Drivers License
• Kitchen or Catering 2 yrs
• Line Cook or Food Prep 2 yrs
• On-the-job training (optional)

Join Our Team as a Deli Worker & Cashier

Opportunity: Be part of our team with a positive attitude and strong customer service skills. No prior experience required your enthusiasm and motivation matter most.

Why Us: We are family owned and you will be treated like family. Our team is exceptional, we have fun together and is noticed by our customers. We are pretty flexible with scheduling and acknowlege your needs as we take care of the department needs as well. We are a Michigan Destination, our customers enjoy coming here, we want to make their experience superior. Join a thriving environment where every day is dynamic and engaging. Your dedication will shine in our active work setting.

Role Highlights:

Engage positively with customers for an exceptional experience.

Contribute to efficient and accurate customer order execution.

Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations.

Qualifications:

Positive attitude and dependability.

Self-motivated with a drive for excellent customer service.

Food handling knowledge or experience is preferred.
Equipment use will be a deli lunchmeat slicer, deli scales &/or cash register.

Work Schedule:

Daytime & afternoon positions available, open 8AM-7PM.

Every other weekend rotation, with weekend per diem of $2/hour. Or one weekend day every weekend.

Physical demands: Stand during 4-9 hour shifts, lifting 20-40 lbs.

Benefits:

$2.00/hr extra on Saturday and Sunday shifts.

Health Care benefits-BCN for Full Time, Dental & Vision also available.

Up to 3 weeks' vacation pay.

Up to 20% store discounts.

Enjoy flexible scheduling and every other weekend off..

Competitive pay based on experience.

On-the-job training opportunities.

Start a Fulfilling Journey: Join us in a fast-paced environment where you'll learn, grow, and make a difference every day. Apply now to become part of our energetic team.

Offered compensation: $14/hr - $17/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Customer Service (optional)
• Deli Slicer (optional)
• Food Handling (optional)
• High School Diploma or GED (optional)
• Valid Driver's License

Line Cook/Stationary Outdoor Roadside BBQ trailer

Country Smoke House & its Outdoor BBQ is a Michigan Destination! We invite you to bring your skills to our stationary BBQ trailer and leave the chaotic late-night restaurant shifts and work DAY shifts with us. Be a part of our energetic team to prepare food in our kitchen and serve at our famous roadside BBQ, where customers are happy to see us.

Why Choose Us: Part or Full time available. Work hours are 10-7:30, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. There are possibilities for more weekday work in the Country Smoke House commissary/kitchen, and rotating weekends in off season. We are family oriented and encourage you to have a good work/family balance.

Your Role:

Building sandwiches & meals in an air-conditioned BBQ trailer. Food is pre-cooked.

Keep an avid pace, work efficiently while practicing serve safe guidelines.

Enjoy teamwork through positive influence, respect and care for your team & customers.

Be enthusiastic and passionate about assembling quality meals and top it off with an appealing presentation.

Assist to anticipate and solve problems, keeping cost effectiveness measures and waste at a minimum.

Be mindful of keeping the workplace clean and organized.

Disclaimer: The above statement provides an overview of the role's nature and scope. They offer insight into responsibilities and skills.

What Awaits You:

Enjoy daily shifts, from 10am-7:30pm is your average working window on weekends.

Access health benefits, including Dental & Vision insurance for Full time.

Take up to 3 weeks paid time off for Full time.

Enjoy store discounts of up to 20%.

Embrace flexible scheduling, every other weekend off, based on seasonal needs

Compensation based on your experience.

Opportunities to grow with us await you.

Apply today and be a part of a fun and active environment that you will enjoy at the Country Smoke House BBQ Cabin.

Experience and License Requirements

• Food Prep
• Valid Driver's License

Kitchen Production Planner/Leader

No more late nights, exciting work, and family-owned Michigan Destination!Embark on a Culinary Adventure: Are you passionate about the culinary arts but TIRED OF THE LATE NIGHTS and high-pressure environment of traditional restaurant kitchens? Our typical work day is 8am-4 or 5pm. We rotate weekends during off seasons, and offer an increase wage by $2/hr on all weekends and Holidays.

Country Smoke House is in search of a driven individual who is skilled, dedicated, organized and passionate. Our catering department offers a wide variety of opportunities for creativity from our in store offerings to our roadside BBQ and occasional special events. Country Smoke House has many different avenues our catering department feeds; pick up catering, in store sales (ready to eat meals, salads, desserts, etc), our famous Roadside BBQ, occasional special events at the store, occasional offsite events and more! We are looking for someone who can set up production, stay organized, give direction and lead a team of 3-8. You will be assisting our Chef with a variety of day to day operations and helping train and lead the team daily.

Your Role:

• Responsible to develop and execute daily & weekly production schedules efficiently and assuring quality and cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Assessing store inventories and catering needs daily/weekly, in order to plan production needs for the team to execute.
• Ensure proper rotation of food products to maintain freshness and quality.
• Maybe asked to participate in ordering kitchen needs.
• Lead and maintain a productive and efficient pace to keep up with the demands of a busy kitchen.
• Occasionally assist with off-site catering events, keeping the team proficient and on schedule.
• Contribute to maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.
• Willingness to obtain Serve Safe certification and uphold food safety standards.
• Exercise conscientiousness regarding product and food waste to minimize costs.

Disclaimer: The above statements provide an overview of the role's nature and scope. They offer insight into responsibilities and skills.

What Awaits You:

• Enjoy daytime shifts with working hours from 8 am to 4 or 5:00 pm, providing a healthy work and personal life balance.
• Benefit from weekend premium pay, earning an extra $2 per hour for weekend & holiday shifts.
• Access comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision insurance.
• Take advantage of up to three weeks paid time off to recharge and relax.
• Enjoy store discounts of up to 20% on our delicious products.
• Embrace flexible scheduling with every other weekend off, based on seasonal needs.
• Competitive compensation tailored to your experience and skills.
• Exciting opportunities for growth and advancement within our organization.

Ready to Define Culinary Excellence?

Embark on a fulfilling culinary journey at Country Smoke House, where your creativity will flourish, and your skills will be appreciated. Apply today to join our winning team and become part of our mission to deliver exceptional dining experiences to our customers. Your culinary adventure starts here!

Offered compensation: $17/hr - $22/hr

Experience and License Requirements

• Culinary Arts degree is a bonus (optional)
• Kitchen line cook or sous chef 5 years
• Valid Driver's License