24/05/2023
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Mike's Smokehouse BBQ
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Delicious Texas-style BBQ and genuine southern sides for your next event. Catering is not just a sideline, it's our passion.
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We specialize in delivering mouthwatering Texas-style BBQ and sides for your next private, business or non-profit event. Preparing delicious food for the public has been a family tradition for over 50 years.
08/04/2023
Thanks to all of our great clients for one heck of a 2022 season! For the fifth straight year, your reviews of our food and service resulted in The Knot's Best of Weddings Award 2023 and Wedding Wire's Couple's Choice Award 2023! We can't wait to serve you during our 2023 season! Eat more BBQ!
10/04/2022
And so the 2022 Season has begun! It was a real joy catering the wedding reception dinner for Brooke and Adam at the Broken Arrow Farm in Falmouth, KY this weekend! We wish you both the best of everything for the future!
05/02/2022
We are pleased to announce that Mike's Smokehouse BBQ has been selected for the fourth year in a row to receive The Wedding Wire Couples' Choice Award and The Knot Best of Weddings. And new for this year, we were honored to also receive recognition with The Knot Hall of Fame! We're so grateful to be recognized by the couples from The Wedding Wire and The Knot wedding planning websites. Thanks to our great clients for your trust and the privilege of serving you and your guests on your special day!
19/12/2021
Merry Christmas from all of us at Mike's Smokehouse BBQ! Thank you to all of our clients for making 2021 a great year. We look forward to serving you in 2022!
18/04/2021
Congratulations to Ashley and DJ on your marriage! We had a great time serving you and your guests at the beautiful Hopes Way Gathering Venue in Batavia, OH. We wish you the best!
21/03/2021
And so it begins...
We had a blast catering our first event of the 2021 season at the big 50th birthday celebration for Trenna in Lakeside Park, Kentucky. Happy Birthday Trenna and we wish you the best for the coming year!
11/03/2021
Are you interested in being a part of a growing BBQ catering business? Looking for a side-gig? Do you enjoy working independently and following pre-determined and often repetitive tasks? Are you comfortable working in a busy commercial kitchen? We're looking for an individual to prep food for upcoming catering events to support our commitment to deliver award-winning food to our clients. Number of hours change based on the number and size of booked events and sometimes require afternoon and evening work. Our busiest months are May - December. This position requires reliable transportation, cell phone, ability to lift 25 -50 lbs., a flexible schedule and high level of commitment to help grow our business.
Duties include:
Perform routine kitchen tasks.
Follow the prep list created to plan duties.
Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep.
Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
Undertake basic cooking duties, such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
Ensure that all food and other items are stored properly.
Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
Prep Cook Qualifications / Skills:
Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
Knowledge of basic cooking techniques
Organizational skills
Patience
Manual dexterity
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure
Good physical condition and endurance
Your own reliable transportation is REQUIRED
10/03/2021
MIKE'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ IS LOOKING FOR PART-TIME HELP!
Our business is growing and we're looking for part-time help in Covington, KY as our season kicks into gear. We need occasional Prep Cooks, Catering Assistants and one Lead Catering Assistant. If you love working around food and providing exceptional customer service while making some extra cash, we would love to talk with you! Check out our job descriptions and apply at the following link:
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05/03/2021
Are you interested in being a part of a growing BBQ catering business? Do you enjoy providing excellent customer service, love attention to detail and looking for part-time work? We're looking for a Lead Catering Assistant to help the owner with all aspects of our business from planning to event ex*****on. Responsibilities will differ depending on the specific event. Number of hours change based on the number and size of booked events and usually require evening and weekend work. Our busiest months are May - December. This position requires a flexible schedule and high level of commitment to help grow our business.
- Purchase, transport and organize supplies
- Transport all food and supplies for catered functions to and from scheduled locations.
- Set up tables and decorations.
- Arrange buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to standards.
- Serve food and beverages to guests during the event.
- Ensure guests receive friendly, above and beyond service at all times.
- Thoroughly clean location after event is completed.
- Stock, clean and maintain catering facility and equipment.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of complete menu and products on hand.
- Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures.
- Prep Side Dishes
- General kitchen cleaning and dish washing
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
On call
Weekends
Supplemental Pay:
Tips
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Food & Beverage: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
Shift Availability:
Night Shift (Required)
Day Shift (Required)
Contract Renewal:
Likely
Work Location:
Multiple locations
Hours per week:
10-19
Company's website:
https://www.mikessmokehousebbq.com
05/03/2021
Are you interested in being a part of a growing BBQ catering business? Looking for a side-gig? Do you enjoy providing excellent customer service, love attention to detail and looking for occasional part-time work? We're looking for Catering Assistants to assist in setup and service at events. Number of hours change based on the number and size of booked events and usually require evening and weekend work. Our busiest months are May - December. This position requires reliable transportation, cell phone, ability to lift 25 -50 lbs., a flexible schedule and high level of commitment to help grow our business.
- Transport all food and supplies for catered functions to and from scheduled locations.
- Set up tables and decorations.
- Arrange buffet tables with food, beverage and service items according to standards.
- Serve food and beverages to guests during the event.
- Ensure guests receive friendly, above and beyond service at all times.
- Thoroughly clean location after event is completed.
- Follows safety and sanitation policy and procedures.
- Prep Side Dishes
- General kitchen/venue work space cleaning and light dish washing
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour
Schedule:
Day shift
Night shift
On call
Weekends
Supplemental Pay:
Tips
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Serving Experience: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Contract Renewal:
Likely
Work Location:
Multiple locations
Hours per week:
Less than 10
10-19
27/02/2021
New for our 2021 menu, we just added Whole Smoked Chicken Thighs with Apricot Glaze! It's the perfect blend of savory hickory smoke and sweet Apricot Glaze. Oh my goodness, it melts in your mouth! To view our current menu, visit our website at https://www.mikessmokehousebbq.com
16/01/2021
We are pleased to announce that Mike's Smokehouse BBQ has been selected for the third year in a row to receive The Wedding Wire Couples' Choice Award! We're honored to be recognized by the our couples from The Wedding Wire planning website. Thanks to our great clients for your trust and the privilege of serving you and your guests on your special day! You can read our press release here:https://7ce134d6-f704-4990-9305-4f7d5c3a0467.usrfiles.com/ugd/7ce134_a272741eb5fd48ce94fdcd89e059a180.pdf
23/12/2020
We are pleased to announce that Mike's Smokehouse BBQ has been selected for the third year in a row to receive The Knot Best of Weddings award! We're honored to be recognized by the couples from The Knot, the #1 wedding planning website. Thanks to our great clients for your trust and the privilege of serving you and your guests on your special day! You can read our press release here:
https://7ce134d6-f704-4990-9305-4f7d5c3a0467.usrfiles.com/ugd/7ce134_7e03b7a8cfca4927a6e4d90aa03f80ea.pdf
20/12/2020
So grateful for the opportunity to serve Natalie and John at the beautiful Rolling Meadows Ranch in Lebanon, OH for our last wedding event of the year! We wish you the best for your future and the New Year!
11/10/2020
What great time we had with Dylan & Ellyn Ramser on their special day in Fort Wright, Kentucky. It was a pleasure serving you, your family and guests! We wish you all the best!
27/09/2020
Congratulation to Kelsey and Charlie on your marriage! We had a great time serving you and your guests at the beautiful Canyon Run Ranch!
27/09/2020
Congratulations to Catherine and Bryce! We loved serving you and your guests for your special day at The Josephina in Dry Ridge, KY and wish you both the best!
12/09/2020
Congratulations to Lauren and Nathan on your marriage! It was such a pleasure serving you and your guests at the beautiful new Stone Valley Meadows venue in Franklin, Ohio!
12/09/2020
Congratulations to Maddie and Frank on your marriage! We wish you the best and loved serving you at The Josephina Event Center in Dry Ridge, KY!
05/09/2020
Congratulations to the gang at Martin Marietta - Shamrock Sand & Gravel for winning the prestigious Diamond Honor award, great job! And thanks for allowing us the privilege catering your awards gathering!
25/08/2020
Congratulations to Kellie and Mike on your marriage! It was a real joy serving you ad your guests at The Josephina Event Center! Best to you both!
25/08/2020
Congratulations to Shayna and Zack on your marriage. We had a blast catering your event at the Rolling Meadows Ranch!
25/08/2020
Congratulations to Jessica and Adam on your marriage and thank for the privilege of serving you and your guests at the Lake Lyndsay Beach House!
04/08/2020
Congratulations Shannon and Tanner on your marriage! We were so happy to be able to drop off and set up your buffet at Pattison Park for your reception. Cindy (Mother of the Bride), you were a joy to work with. 🙂 Hope you all enjoyed the meal and we wish you all the best for the future!
04/08/2020
Congratulations to Caroline and Clay on your marriage! It was our privilege to serve you and your guests this past Friday at the Mad Tree Brewery. We wish you all the best for the future!
12/07/2020
Great time catering meals this past week for Brett Moffitt and his entire NASCAR Xfinity Race Team, Our Motorsports #2 at the Kentucky Speedway! Even though one of our sponsorship logos came off in a crash Thursday night, we got the body part! AWESOME! Thanks guys for the privilege of serving you, be safe out there and we'll see you next year!
31/05/2020
Congratulations Steven and Jessica on your marriage! It was a real joy for us to share our Texas-style BBQ with friends and family at your reception dinner the River Rock Lodge! We wish the best for you both!
31/05/2020
Congratulations Sierra and Garritt on your marriage! It was a joy for us to cater your wedding reception dinner last weekend at the Winton Place Baptist Church Fellowship Hall!
20/03/2020
To our clients and partners,
I hope you, your family and friends are all well during what is obviously a difficult time for all of us during the Covid-19 outbreak.
As you can imagine, the epidemic and the response to it have created real challenges for the catering industry and we want to update you on what is happening here at Mike’s Smokehouse BBQ and how it may affect you.
Our foremost focus is always the safety of our staff and clients. In line with national, state and local guidance, we have temporarily suspended our Full-Service Buffet service option until further notice. Our hope is that we will be able to reinstate the option in time for summer events. We will continue to offer Buffet Delivery and Delivery Only options.
In addition, we will continue to schedule and complete complimentary tastings for new clients. Our tastings are limited to four adults and we request that if you or anyone in your party are experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms, or have come in contact with any individual who has tested positive for Covid-19, please contact us to reschedule your tasting.
For our clients who currently have events booked with us, we understand that your event may need to be rescheduled to a later date, particularly spring events. We encourage you to contact us to identify availability. Your deposits will be honored for a future date and you will be given priority for open dates.
It is our hope that you will have the flexibility to reschedule rather than cancel your event. Should cancellation of your event be necessary, we will waive all cancellation fees and provide a full refund of your deposit.
Please let us know if you have any questions and we look forward to serving you!
Sincerely,
Mike Johnston
Mike's Smokehouse BBQ
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| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
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Our family’s tradition of serving up great food for the public began in 1959 when my uncle Bob Johnston took a job at the 1950s-style Kreamie Kream restaurant in White Settlement, Texas.
Complete with drive-in speakers, car hops and famous 50 cent “Frisco Burgers” among other local favorites, he would eventually purchase the business in 1966 and add another location named after his oldest son Ricky in 1969.
For over 40 years, Bob and his wife Sandy, along with their sons Ricky and Ronnie, served up great food and old-fashion Texas hospitality to generations of White Settlement families.
Many of Bob's customers had grown up knowing the Kreamie Kream and Rickey's as part of their daily lives. For them, they were more than just places to eat, they were gathering places where wonderful memories were etched into their hearts.
Eventually, competition from large chain restaurants forced Bob to close the Kreamie Kream in December 2000 and Rickey's in December 2006.
Meanwhile, Bob and my dad Jerry Johnston started smoking ribs and brisket behind the Kreamie Kream around 1976. It turned into a tradition whenever my dad was in Fort Worth on temporary duty for the Air Force.
The story goes that a case of beer and some late-night hours later, these two brothers cooked up some of the best of real Texas BBQ.
We're still not sure if they did it for the beer or the BBQ but either way, it was some good eatin!
After closing the Kreamie Kream and Ricky’s, Bob continued serving up some of the best BBQ in Texas, taking his smoker to local events and catering special events in his barn on his Fort Worth ranch.
His only request for life-long customers, “You bring the beer and the band and I’ll bring the BBQ!" He makes exceptions for local church groups and I hear the BBQ is just as good!
Dad went on to develop “Big Daddy’s Rub” and “Big Daddy’s Arkansauce”, the bedrock of our delicious Texas-style BBQ. It wasn't until I turned 50 that he finally gave me the recipes but swore me to secrecy...so don't ask!
In 2017, Bob and my dad visited Northern Kentucky and we were thrilled to receive a big Texas "thumbs up" for our ribs and southern sides from the Johnston brothers who taught our family the love of genuine Texas BBQ.
It's been our family's joy to serve up great food and real southern hospitality to generations of Texans and we look forward to serving you!
https://www.mikessmokehousebbq.com
