Cook

Cook Job Description Location: Tallahassee, FL, 32303

Skills: Energetic, friendly, food production, operational excellence, cleanliness, guest service

Job Summary The Cook is responsible for ensuring the quality, quantity, tastiness, and freshness of all Hot Choice Buffet products at Golden Corral. The Cook must pay special attention to speed, cleanliness, organization, and product specifications to ensure that guests have an enjoyable dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare Hot Choice Buffet products, including Carving and Display Cooking products, according to Golden Corral recipes and procedures
• Grill all items according to Golden Corral standards to ensure quality
• Ensure that every fried product is always fresh and hot
• Restock items at the Display Cooking Station if the Buffet Attendant is unavailable
• Assist guests with carved meat options if the Carver is unavailable
• Maintain the correct temperature of all products during cooking, holding, and serving
• Use the Hot Choice Buffet Production Guide and the Display Cooking Hot Cook Production Guide to maintain an inventory of all hot cook products
• Conduct opening and closing administrative procedures
• Properly maintain equipment according to the Equipment Maintenance manual
• Restock and rotate food products by using the first-in, first-out method (FIFO)
• Take inventory of products and check build-to with the Manager at the beginning and end of each shift
• Ensure that the Hot Cook area and all smallwares are clean and check dishes for cleanliness before using them
• Perform duty roster and ensure cleanliness, service, and quality standards are met
• Follow local health department laws
• Keep Char Grill clean and scraped to ensure product quality and sanitation
• Ensure that Hot Choice Buffet products, including Display Cooking products, are always hot and fresh for the guests
• Know and follow position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery
• Be friendly and courteous to guests and assist them with the products
• Maintain professional communication at all times

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a restaurant or food service environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Thank you for your interest in Golden Corral. Upon completion of your online application, you may be directed to complete an additional online questionnaire that is specific to the position in which you are applying.

The job opening listed on this page has been posted by an independent franchisee of Golden Corral Corporation. Golden Corral Corporation does not hire or employ any individuals at this franchise location. The franchisee will make all decisions with respect to applications for the position listed on this page. The name of the franchisee appears in this job posting. All questions concerning this job opportunity should be directed 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 any other characteristic protected by law. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Golden Corral Corporate.