Origin Story
The Barbacoa Boyz started out as a competition BBQ team, made up of friends who shared a passion for great food. Now days the “Boyz” extends to a network of official and honorary BBQ lovin’ brothers and sisters. On the payroll or not, if we’re breakin’ brisket, you’re one of the Boyz.
Jay “Smoke” Austin
Born in the barbecue rich state of Kansas, Pit Master Jay's love for smoked meats began at an early age.
"I've always loved barbecue as it’s the one language everyone speaks."
Over the years, Jay has transformed his passion into proficiency. From the early days as Captain of The Barbacoa Boyz Competition BBQ team until now, he carries the torch as the owner and Pitmaster of BBQ operations. What began as friends with a love of BBQ has blossomed into a large scale catering business, serving events of all shapes and sizes.
