Kitchen Staff

We’re not hiring cooks. We’re hiring fast, focused kitchen pros who can keep up, stay sharp, and work clean.

At Smoque BBQ , our kitchen doesn't run like a traditional line. There’s no flame, no pans, and no artistic plating. What there

is … is volume, precision, speed, and standards. Every station plays a critical part in making sure our food gets out fast, hot, consistent, and right. This is more of an

assembly and quality control job than a “chef” gig — and it’s every bit as important.

We’re looking for full-time or part-time staff to join our kitchen team. Experience helps, but it’s not required. If you’re organized, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment, we’ll train you.

What the Job Actually Is :

Reading tickets and assembling customer orders — fast and accurately

Checking every item for quality, portioning, and temperature

Communicating constantly with the rest of the line to keep things moving

Keeping your station clean and stocked

Following food safety and sanitation protocols (no shortcuts, no excuses)

Supporting your team — and asking for help when you need it

Requirements :

You need to be on time, dependable, and available weekends — that’s when we’re slammed

Shifts run anytime between 11am and 10pm , Tuesday through Sunday

You’ll be on your feet, moving fast, for 4–10 hours per shift

You must be able to lift 50 pounds and handle a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Fluent English is required for line communication

Food Handler Certification is a plus — if you don’t have it, you’ll need to get it after hire

Who Thrives Here :

People who move with purpose

People who pay attention to the details

People who don’t lose focus  when it gets busy

People who take pride in doing it right , every single time

We’ve been serving up award-winning BBQ in Chicago’s Old Irving Park for over 18 years. We’re proud of the food we serve — and the people who help us serve it.

If that sounds like you, apply now. Let’s talk.