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Product Description

Upgrade Airflow & Simplify Ash Cleanup on Your Kamado Joe Jr.

Add a Kick Ash Basket to your Kamado Joe Jr. to better manage lump charcoal from start to finish. This heavy-duty stainless wire basket:

  • Securely holds your lump
  • Lets you quickly shake loose ash before every cook
  • Maintains clear, consistent airflow for faster startups
  • Provides easy access to the bottom of the firebox for ash cleaning

Pair the Basket with the optional Kick Ash Can for contained, mess-free ash removal from the Joe Junior firebox.

For two-zone cooking on the Joe Jr., we recommend using a half-moon deflector on the CGS Joe Junior Expander rather than dividing the charcoal basket.


Free CGS Lump Rake Included

Every Joe Jr. Basket includes a FREE CGS Lump Rake ($18 value) — perfect for moving hot lump around the firebox and breaking up large charcoal chunks.


Confirm Compatibility Before Ordering (KAB-JJ)

The Kick Ash Basket for the Kamado Joe Junior is designed specifically for this model. Confirm the dimensions below before ordering:

  • 8" Bottom Diameter
  • 10.8" Top Diameter
  • 3.75" Basket Depth
  • 4.75" Overall Height (including handles)

Kamado Joe Junior Kick Ash Basket Dimensions


Joe Jr. Kick Ash Basket Features

  • 3-year manufacturer warranty
  • Heavy-duty stainless steel wire construction
  • Electropolished stainless steel finish
  • Use with or without your factory lower charcoal grate
  • Includes FREE CGS Lump Rake

The Basket improves airflow and allows you to quickly shake loose ash before each cook for cleaner burns and more responsive temperature control on your Kamado Joe Jr.


Divider Availability

Due to the compact size of the Joe Jr. firebox, a charcoal divider is not recommended for this model. The limited cooking surface and lump capacity make traditional two-zone charcoal splits impractical in most cases.

For true two-zone grilling (direct and indirect), we recommend using one CGS 10-inch half-moon deflector on the CGS Joe Jr. Expander – Woo. This setup provides better heat separation and more usable cooking space than a basket divider.


Optional: Kick Ash Can (KAC-JJ)

Illustration showing how the Kick Ash Can sits down inside a Kamado Joe Junior firebowl.

The Kick Ash Can sits in the bottom of your Joe Jr. firebox to collect ash for quick, contained removal.

  • Place the Can in the bottom of the firebox
  • Shake ash from the Basket into the Can
  • Removes the “pain in the ash” of lower vent cleanup
  • Stainless steel construction with 3-year warranty
Kick Ash Can for Kamado Joe Junior

Our Preferred Setup

For best results on the Kamado Joe Junior:

  • High-Heat Grilling: Remove the factory lump grate to maximize airflow and reach higher temperatures faster.
  • Low & Slow BBQ: Leave the lump grate in place to mimic the grill’s natural slower airflow.

Tip: Shake the Basket before each cook to remove loose ash and maintain consistent airflow.


Brand Compatibility & Product Engineering

Ceramic Grill Store (CGS) is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kamado Joe®. Kamado Joe® is a registered trademark of 26North Partners. Our premium accessories are independently engineered for compatibility with select kamado-style grills.

Since 2005, CGS has led innovation in kamado grill accessories.