Cook

Jax, LLC dba Golden Corral; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 17,908 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Jax, LLC dba Golden Corral in Nampa, Idaho, is seeking a Cook responsible for the quality and freshness of all Hot Choice Buffet products. The role includes preparing items according to recipes, ensuring they are served hot, and maintaining cleanliness in the cooking area. Candidates should possess strong food preparation skills, knowledge of sanitation practices, and a commitment to customer service. Compensation ranges from $13.00 to $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking according to established standards.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the cooking area.
• Knowledge of local health department laws regarding food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Hot Choice Buffet products according to recipes.
• Ensure all food items are hot and ready for service.
• Maintain product quality and cleanliness in the cooking area.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Grilling and frying

Inventory management

Sanitation knowledge

Customer service

Job description

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.
• Complete use and following of the buffet production system to insure 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 by 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 using them.
• 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 the guests.
• Knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery.
• Is friendly and courteous to guests and assists them with the products.
• Maintains professional communication at all times.

Compensation: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

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.

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 franchisee name appears in this job posting. All questions concerning this job opportunity should be directed to the franchisee.