Big Andy's Market is a seasonally operated specialty market selling fresh & smoked fish, meats & jerky, snacks and dips, and locally sourced pantry staples. This summer, we'll start our dinner service, and we're building a thoughtful, high-quality program rooted in our market, our region, and our customers.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled, collaborative Chef/ Smoker to help build and lead our food service program. This role focuses on counter-service deli offerings, grab-and-go items, seasonal fish dinners, and smoked fish. This is a foundational role with real influence. Hours are flexible for the right candidate, and the position can grow as the program develops.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate on the development and execution of:
- o Grab-and-go deli items
- o Fried fish dinners
- o Smoked fish
- Operate and manage smoking processes
- Help design menus, prep systems, and workflows appropriate for a market setting
- Develop, test, and refine recipes with a focus on consistency and efficiency
- Ensure high standards for flavor, presentation, and freshness
- Establish and maintain food safety, sanitation, and HACCP practices
- Oversee proper handling, storage, labeling, and rotation of al! food items
- Coordinate prep schedules to meet daily and seasonal demand
- Monitor inventory, minimize waste, and assist with ordering
- Train and support staff in prep, smoking techniques, and cleanliness
- Maintain smokers, kitchen equipment, and workspaces in excellent condition
- Collaborate with ownership on seasonal offerings, specials, and program growth
Qualifications
- Professional experience as a chef, prepared foods lead, smoker, or similar role
- Experience working with fish and seafood strongly preferred
- Comfort building systems in a new or growing food program
- Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation
- Organized, dependable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Physically able to stand for long periods and work in hot/cold environments
What We Offer
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Flexible scheduling for the right candidate
- Creative input and ownership over deli, prepared foods, and smoked fish
- A supportive, community-focused work environment
- Opportunity to grow alongside the business
