Cook

Jax, LLC dba Golden Corral; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Cook, where you'll prepare delicious buffet items and ensure the quality and cleanliness of food products. We're looking for friendly and organized individuals who can maintain high standards in food preparation and guest service. Your role will be vital in providing an exceptional dining experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in the restaurant industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety practices is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Hot Choice Buffet products according to recipes.
• Maintain food quality, temperature, and cleanliness.
• Assist guests with product selections if required.

Skills

Friendliness

Speed

Cleanliness

Organization

Job description

Our franchise organization, FHG, 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.

Food Production:

• 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.

Operational Excellence:

• 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.

Guest Service:

• 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 the 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 complete an additional online questionnaire specific to the position.

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 makes all decisions regarding applications for the position listed. 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 are made by the franchise management. All employment inquiries should be made directly to the franchise location, not Golden Corral Corporate.

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Why Work for Golden Corral?

Whether you seek 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 and empower our team members to achieve their professional and personal goals.

Golden Corral, established in 1973, continues to grow with you. We focus on good food and excellent service, making our guests feel at home. Our team environment makes working here rewarding, and there are plenty of opportunities for advancement. We also participate in community fundraising for Camp Corral, allowing team members to give back.