Cook

Perkins American Food Co.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins American Food Co. in St. Louis is seeking a dedicated individual to join our food production team. In this role, you will prepare Hot Choice Buffet products, ensure quality during cooking, and maintain cleanliness in the Hot Cook area. Your friendly demeanor will enhance guest service, as you assist patrons with their dining experience.

We appreciate your interest in joining Golden Corral, where your contributions will help provide fresh and high-quality food to our guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Hot Choice Buffet products according to recipes and procedures.
• Grills items to ensure quality.
• Maintains temperature of all products during cooking and serving.
• Ensures cleanliness of the Hot Cook area.

Job description

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

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 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.

Cleanliness

• 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.

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.