Prep Cook

Edley’s BBQ – Prep Cook Job DescriptionPrep Cook

(Back of House Team Member — Edley’s BBQ)

Do you take pride in food made the right way, from scratch, with patience, care, and intention?

At Edley’s BBQ, our Prep Cooks are the foundation of everything we serve. From hand-cutting produce and building sides to preparing proteins, sauces, and scratch-made ingredients, you help set the kitchen up for success every single day.

Edley’s BBQ is an authentic, made-from-scratch Southern BBQ concept. That means no shortcuts, no microwaves, and no cutting corners — just real food, real technique, and real pride in the process. If you’re detail-oriented, dependable, and passionate about doing things the right way, you’ll fit right in.

At Edley’s, we believe great BBQ starts long before the smoker is fired, it starts with strong prep, strong standards, and strong teammates.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare fresh, scratch-made ingredients daily: sides, sauces, dressings, proteins, vegetables, and BBQ staples.
• Follow established recipes and prep standards to ensure consistency, quality, and authentic flavor.
• Assist with protein prep and BBQ support tasks as needed (trimming, portioning, staging).
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked prep areas throughout your shift.
• Uphold all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
• Support the line and pit teams by replenishing prep items and communicating needs clearly.
• Take pride in setting up the kitchen, and your teammates, for success every day.

What You Bring

• Strong attention to detail and respect for food made from scratch.
• A team-first mindset and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, hands-on kitchen environment.
• Commitment to cleanliness, consistency, and food safety.
• Reliability and pride in doing the job right, even when no one is watching.

Benefits

• Starting Pay: $17.00–$20.00 per hour
• Paid Vacation
• Half-Price Shift Meals
• Free Edley’s Gear
• Insurance Options
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health & financial counseling access)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care and medical expenses

At Edley’s BBQ, we honor the craft of Southern barbecue, food made from scratch by people who care. If you’re looking to be part of a kitchen that values hard work, authenticity, and culture, we’d love to have you on the team.