Cook

Our franchise organization, Corral Holdings dba Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly individuals to join our team!

The Cook is responsible for the quality, quantity, tastiness, and freshness of all Hot Choice Buffet products. The Cook pays special attention to speed, cleanliness, organization, and product specifications.

• Prepares Hot Choice Buffet products, including Carving and Display Cooking products, according to Golden Corral recipes and procedures.
• Grills all items according to Golden Corral standards to ensure quality.
• Ensures that every fried product is always fresh and hot.
• If the Buffet Attendant is unavailable, the Cook restocks the items at the Display Cooking Station.
• If the Carver is unavailable, assists guests with carved meat options.
• Completes use and follows the buffet production system to ensure quality and shelf life compliance.

• Maintains the correct temperature of all products during cooking, holding, and serving.
• Uses the Hot Choice Buffet Production Guide and the Display Cooking Hot Cook Production Guide to maintain an inventory of all hot cook products.
• Conducts opening and closing administrative procedures.
• Properly maintains equipment according to the Equipment Maintenance manual.
• Restocks and rotates food products using the first-in, first-out method (FIFO).
• Takes inventory of products and checks build-to with the Manager at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Ensures that the Hot Cook area and all smallwares are clean and checks dishes for cleanliness before use.
• Performs duty roster and ensures cleanliness, service, and quality standards are met.
• Follows local health department laws.
• Keeps Char Grill clean and scraped to ensure product quality and sanitation.

• Ensures that Hot Choice Buffet products, including Display Cooking products, are always hot and fresh for guests.
• Knows and follows position responsibilities related to just-in-time delivery.
• Is friendly and courteous to guests and assists them with products.
• Maintains professional communication at all times.

Thank you for your interest in Golden Corral. Upon completing your online application, you may be directed to an additional online questionnaire specific to the position.

This job posting is made by an independent franchisee of Golden Corral. Golden Corral Corporation does not employ or hire individuals at this franchise location. All hiring decisions are made by the franchisee. Please direct questions about this job to the franchisee.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions are made by their management. For inquiries about employment, contact the franchise location directly, not Golden Corral Corporate.

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Whether seeking a part-time job or a long-term career, Golden Corral values innovation and pride. Our success is built on our people, and we seek extraordinary individuals to join our team. We are recognized as a leader in the restaurant industry and as a Great Place to Work & Grow. We support our team members in achieving their professional and personal goals, fostering a culture of excellence and a family-like environment.

Golden Corral offers opportunities for advancement, community involvement, and a rewarding work environment.