Jobs

Micklethwait is looking for a few great people to join our growing team. We’re a Michelin-recognized, high-volume, hospitality-focused barbecue restaurant built on craftsmanship, creativity, and hard work. Whether you’re an experienced barbecue professional or someone eager to learn, we’re looking for thoughtful, motivated people who care deeply about food and hospitality, and who want to be a part of building something special together in East Austin.

FOH TEAM MEMBER (FULL-TIME/PART-TIME)

WE’RE HIRING EXPERIENCED, VERSATILE FRONT-OF-HOUSE TEAM MEMBERS AVAILABLE TO WORK THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY. We are looking to hire one full-time and one part-time position, with weekend availability required for both. A great fit is someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys delivering Texas hospitality, loves being a team player, and knows their way around fast-paced, high-quality food service.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Work across FOH positions: register, runner, barbecue line, dining room
Deliver thoughtful, friendly, and direct hospitality: talk menu, guide guests, keep things moving
Keep the space clean, stocked, and organized throughout service
Show up as a team player for every shift
Stay aware of the line, the floor, and the team at all times
Help ensure a top-notch Texas barbecue experience for our guests 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Previous restaurant experience (high-volume preferred)
Hospitality-minded
Weekend availability is a must
Knife and cutting skills a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Fast, organized, and detail-oriented
Comfortable taking direction and working as a team
Reliable, steady, and positive under pressure

WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive pay 
Health insurance and PTO for eligible employees
A supportive, experienced team
Room to grow in a fun, fast-paced environment

If you’re an experienced, hospitality-focused team player who loves barbecue, we’d love to hear from you. Email us your resume to team@craftmeatsaustin.com

We’re looking for a dependable, energetic Busser / Service Support team member to join our crew Friday–Sunday from 12 p.m.–8 p.m. to help keep the restaurant spaces clean, stocked, welcoming, and running smoothly during busy service.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:
Moves with urgency
Is detail-oriented and proactive
Takes pride in keeping spaces clean and organized
Works well on a team
Can handle a fast-paced environment with a good attitude

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Buss and reset tables
Maintain the dining room, patio, and restaurant grounds
Keep dishes stocked and organized
Restock stations and supplies
Bathroom checks and upkeep
Working closely with the floater and dishwasher to maintain a clean, organized restaurant throughout service
Supporting the FOH team wherever needed

WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive pay 
Health insurance and PTO for eligible employees
A supportive, experienced team
Room to grow in a fun, fast-paced environment

To apply, send a short intro and resume to team@craftmeatsaustin.com. (No interviews will be given for walk-in applicants.)

Micklethwait Barbecue is hiring a Junior Pitmaster / Pit Assistant. This role is for someone who works with focus, intention, and care and who is ready to grow their skills while working closely with an experienced pit team. The hours are 6 a.m to 4 p.m. Thursday-Sunday

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Assist with pit operations and fire management
Trim, season, and prepare meats to house standards
Maintain a clean, organized pit area
Support service by ensuring product quality and timing
Communicate and work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams during service

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Someone with a deep passion for barbecue
Team-focused with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
Collaborative, creative, and curious
Reliable, detail-oriented, and consistent
Able to work early mornings, weekends, and outdoors
Some barbecue experience preferred

WHAT WE OFFER:
Hands-on mentorship in Central Texas barbecue
Path for growth within the pit team
Competitive pay 
Health insurance and PTO for eligible employees
A supportive, experienced team

If this sounds like you, email us a short intro and resume to team@craftmeatsaustin.com (No interviews will be given for walk-in applicants.)