Description

At Urban Roots, we know that a vibrant and healthy community starts with our staff. Every employee makes the difference between transactional vs. hospitable service. We want to create an environment filled with remarkable individuals, dedicated team members, delicious food and great energy. The Pit Crew Lead will work directly with the sous chef during their shift to ensure excellent service and will report directly to the head chef to lead the team and ensure excellent service.

Desired Attributes

Enthused to be a part of a team, as well as the ability to work independently when necessary
Ready to take on new challenges
Full availability on evenings, weekends and holidays
Emotionally aware
Ability to multitask and communicate effectively
Extensive knowledge of all proper food storage, holding, heating, cooling and food handling
Maintain a kind/positive attitude at all times, in line with our Core Values and Culture
Able to receive, extend and implement constructive criticism
A growing knowledge of butchery/cooking
Works with speed and efficiency, while maintaining workplace safety

Physical and Mental Needs

Able to stand, walk, and be on your feet for prolonged periods throughout your shift
Able to read and follow instructions written in English
Able to regularly twist, turn, kneel, climb, stoop, bend, crawl, lift, and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 55 pounds; using appropriate techniques and tools
Able to maneuver packages of any weight above 150 pounds with appropriate equipment and/ or assistance
Able to work in indoor and outdoor environments with moderate noise and occasionally slippery floors
Able to comply with and enforce all health, safety and personal hygiene policies and standards

Requirements

Responsibilities

Clean, maintain and perform general preventive maintenance on the smoker
Prepare smoked meats according to recipes and specs
Maintain the fire for the smoker
Anticipate and adjust to needs for meat pars on the line
Put away, organize and rotate proteins
Taste & test all smoked meats
Write prep list and place order for proteins

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