Buc-ees AMA (7 Viewers)

[NCCommish]

So it seemed like there was some interest in this so let's see how it goes.

I've been working here since May. So not quite 6 months. I'll go ahead and get some easy ones out of the way.

Yes they pay what it says on the sign. My base is 21 an hour. I make 23 on Friday, 24 on Saturday and 25 on Sunday. They do have a good 401k match but you have to be there a year for that. The benefits are good and they have a pretty well rounded package. I work in the food service side almost exclusively slinging jerky. But there is a lot that goes with that. For instance today I had to make 520 portion cups divided between pretzels and almonds. While covering the counter. I also had to roll nuts for those cones you buy. Sometimes I also roast the nuts but usually only when we are preparing to be extra busy. Almost everything you buy food wise in a Buc-ees is packaged there with some obvious exceptions like the bags of chips.

So what do you want to know? I'll do my best to answer.

 

[heckmanm]

How big are they? I saw there’s one in Texas that’s 75k sq ft but I assume they aren’t all that big

ETA none within 300 miles of where I live

 

[Ilov80s]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

 

[belljr]

Talk to me about brisket on the board....

Is it a secret recipe, is it smoked on site?

Ftr I already have my own bucees appreciation thread

 

[belljr]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Lol ....if 7-11 were awesome and the size of a costco

 

[Ilov80s]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Lol ....if 7-11 were awesome and the size of a costco

So like a Meijer?

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

 

[NCCommish]

How big are they? I saw there’s one in Texas that’s 75k sq ft but I assume they aren’t all that big

ETA none within 300 miles of where I live

Mine is around 52k sq ft. At one time we were the biggest one. But they keep building them bigger and bigger.

 

[NCCommish]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

No. The food is much less gas station. The brisket really is all that.

 

[NCCommish]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

Well most people rave about the jerky. Did you get the fresh jerky or the bagged stuff?

 

[Ilov80s]

and I am not trying to be snarky, I literally don't know anything about Buc ees. Never been, never seen one.

 

[Osaurus]

Beaver nuggets ftw

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

Well most people rave about the jerky. Did you get the fresh jerky or the bagged stuff?

Fresh. Ain’t cheap either. We tossed it. My dog wouldn't even eat it. Lmao

I’d say that maybe we got a bad batch but she got a few flavors.

 

[whoknew]

So the fountain drinks - they got rid of all the name brand sodas and now only have Buc-ees brand sodas?

That's not a good development.

 

[belljr]

Talk to me about brisket on the board....

Is it a secret recipe, is it smoked on site?

Ftr I already have my own bucees appreciation thread

Bump!!!

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

I stopped at the one south of Jacksonville last year. I think it took me 30 minutes to get on and off the interstate because of the traffic. The bathrooms were clean as advertised. I couldn't believe all the crap they sold in there.

 

[belljr]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

Well most people rave about the jerky. Did you get the fresh jerky or the bagged stuff?

Fresh. Ain’t cheap either. We tossed it. My dog wouldn't even eat it. Lmao

I’d say that maybe we got a bad batch but she got a few flavors.

I've had nothing but positive jerky experiences

 

[NCCommish]

So the fountain drinks - they got rid of all the name brand sodas and now only have Buc-ees brand sodas?

That's not a good development.

We have some Coke products on fountain.

 

[Desert_Power]

Fresh brisket on the board

 

[NCCommish]

Talk to me about brisket on the board....

Is it a secret recipe, is it smoked on site?

Ftr I already have my own bucees appreciation thread

Bump!!!

The Brisket comes to us from Texas where the Buc-ees pit master, I forget his name but he's won a bunch of competitions, presides over the cooking. We basically warm it up and cut it on site.

 

[NCCommish]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

Well most people rave about the jerky. Did you get the fresh jerky or the bagged stuff?

Fresh. Ain’t cheap either. We tossed it. My dog wouldn't even eat it. Lmao

I’d say that maybe we got a bad batch but she got a few flavors.

Weird people generally love it. Sorry you got crap. Do you remember the flavors?

 

[NCCommish]

and I am not trying to be snarky, I literally don't know anything about Buc ees. Never been, never seen one.

Think a huge truck stop but meant for families not truckers.

 

[Major]

and I am not trying to be snarky, I literally don't know anything about Buc ees. Never been, never seen one.

I live in Texas so they're all over the place, generally in smaller towns on popular routes. It used to be just a place you stop for gas, clean bathrooms and maybe pick up some fresh snacks/food. Now they've gone viral and almost a destination for many. I don't get all the hype but the bathrooms are awesome. Also sounds like they treat the employees well so that's a huge

 

[Osaurus]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

Well most people rave about the jerky. Did you get the fresh jerky or the bagged stuff?

Fresh. Ain’t cheap either. We tossed it. My dog wouldn't even eat it. Lmao

I’d say that maybe we got a bad batch but she got a few flavors.

I've had nothing but positive jerky experiences

I tried it once. It was teh suxors

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I'm waiting for the adjacent Buc-ees Motels to pop up next to the gas stations
At least a campground adjacent where you can pitch a tent

They got a captive market, they'll buy anything that beaver flashes from the interstate.

 

[Uncle Leo]

Went to one close to Knoxville. My cousin took me there and it was an adventure. I think we got fuel for his truck as well. There is one that’s opening in Vero Beach next year. I’ll make sure to pay him back when he visits Florida.

 

[MTskibum]

Stopped at one OTW home from Charleston, SC. Its like cross between a smaller Bass Pro/Cabellas and a WaWa/Royal Farms/Sheetz. Beef Jerky was terrible which came as a shock given the size and selection.

I did pick up a super dope picture/painting of a whisky and cigar.

Well most people rave about the jerky. Did you get the fresh jerky or the bagged stuff?

I have some rants in the buc-ees thread, but I admit their jerky is good.

Before they expanded out of the houston location I thought their food was better. There is a small buc-ees in Freeport texas that has a good selection of salt water fishing equipment, bait, and beach supplies. They only offer fried food at that location though, but who doest enjoy a pizza stick.

Numerous times over the years I would photo the pay and send it to my friends back home, it was always good.

 

[Todem]

I love Bucees on road trips.

Amazing prices on just about any snack. Brisket is the real deal, Icees for the win….beaver nuggets are crack.

Superbly clean bathrooms, service with smiles, cheap gas.

Fun place

 

[FairWarning]

So the fountain drinks - they got rid of all the name brand sodas and now only have Buc-ees brand sodas?

That's not a good development.

I think it goes by who can give the best deal. Some have coke, some have Pepsi, and some have both.

 

[New Binky the Doormat]

and I am not trying to be snarky, I literally don't know anything about Buc ees. Never been, never seen one.

there are hundreds of food sampling and tours of them on youtube - looks fun as hell

 

[Jayrod]

We have a new Buc-ees in my town now (Springfield MO).

The brisket is quite good and I like their sodas too.

Not sure if anyone has tried their loony cousin, Wally's, but it just isn't as good. Similar size and bathrooms but the food isn't close to as good.

 

[Pip's Invitation]

Is Buc-ees trolling by putting a billboard on the NJ turnpike? NJ’s law banning self-serve gas stations would seem to make the Buc-ees model not viable in the state.

 

[WDIK2]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

 

[belljr]

Is Buc-ees trolling by putting a billboard on the NJ turnpike? NJ’s law banning self-serve gas stations would seem to make the Buc-ees model not viable in the state.

Nah it's the new South of the border

 

[belljr]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

Lol I'm not sure I've ever seen a 7-11 with gas in these parts

 

[Ilov80s]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

Lol I'm not sure I've ever seen a 7-11 with gas in these parts

Yep in Michigan 7-11s are everywhere and I can’t think of an single one with gas.

 

[Pip's Invitation]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

Lol I'm not sure I've ever seen a 7-11 with gas in these parts

Few in NJ, but quite a lot in Eastern PA. They struck a deal with Sunoco a few years ago that turned some of Sunoco’s mini marts into 7-11s.

 

[BLOCKED_PUNT]

So what do you want to know? I'll do my best to answer.

So what kind of discount can you get me?

 

[FairWarning]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

Lol I'm not sure I've ever seen a 7-11 with gas in these parts

Yep in Michigan 7-11s are everywhere and I can’t think of a single one with gas.

Wayne County has some.

 

[eoMMan]

I only went once (Daytona Beach area) and thought it was a cool store. They have plans to build one in Charlotte County FL, which only be an hour away from me. Looking forward to it.

 

[WDIK2]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

Lol I'm not sure I've ever seen a 7-11 with gas in these parts

Yep in Michigan 7-11s are everywhere and I can’t think of an single one with gas.

A lot less in my area than there used to be, but the one's I remembered in Lincoln and Omaha always had gas. Now they are all QickTrips.

 

[belljr]

I own a bucees T-shirt.......that's how much I love it

Dark chocolate peanut butter beaver bite ftw

 

[Todem]

Is Buc-ees trolling by putting a billboard on the NJ turnpike? NJ’s law banning self-serve gas stations would seem to make the Buc-ees model not viable in the state.

Nah it's the new South of the border

Speaking of South of the Border….every time I pass it heading into NC and leaving NC it is an absolute grave yard.

I don’t know how it is still staying in business. Buccees killed them in SC.

 

[Todem]

I own a bucees T-shirt.......that's how much I love it

Dark chocolate peanut butter beaver bite ftw

I have a few of them too!! LOL!

 

[AAABatteries]

Have you ever had your picture with Bucky the Beaver?

 

[STEADYMOBBIN 22]

It's like a 7-11, right? But with gas?

Today I learned there are 7-11s without gas pumps. I did not know that.

Most of our don't.

The one in the town I went to HS in had Time Pilot but those went away in the 90s. (The arcade games)

 

[Mjolnirs]

Stopped at my first one a couple years ago on a trip to Florida. Since then, one has opened here in SC, and another in GA on the way to Florida.
Here's a question, especially since you work in the Food Service side:
My wife has Celiac Disease, therefore has to be 100% gluten free. Y'all are able to provide pulled pork that she can eat. The first time we stopped there, they got her a sandwich sized serving from the back kitchen. Since that time, they will only do it if she buys it by the pound. Why is that? Most people stopping there are travelling, and a pound is a lot to buy while on a road trip.

 

[Mrs. Rannous]

We live close to what is probably the smallest Buc-ee's. It's been there since long before the huge stores existed. The bathrooms are excellent.

 

[ProstheticRGK]

and I am not trying to be snarky, I literally don't know anything about Buc ees. Never been, never seen one.

Think a huge truck stop but meant for families not truckers.

So, the lot lizards dress as Disney Princesses and hand out balloons?

 

[NCCommish]

Went to one close to Knoxville. My cousin took me there and it was an adventure. I think we got fuel for his truck as well. There is one that’s opening in Vero Beach next year. I’ll make sure to pay him back when he visits Florida.

That was probably my store