Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $11.50 - $15.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Retirement Plan

Job Description

Metro Corral Partners, LLC, operating under the beloved Golden Corral brand, is a well-established franchise organization dedicated to providing quality dining experiences across its many locations. Golden Corral is recognized nationwide for its diverse buffet-style menu featuring freshly prepared meals made from quality ingredients, serving millions of guests who enjoy the welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere the brand is known for. As an independent franchisee of Golden Corral Corporation, Metro Corral Partners, LLC takes pride in upholding the high standards of food quality, customer service, cleanliness, and operational excellence that the Golden Corral name represents. While Golden Corral Corporate sets broad standards and guidelines, all hiring decisions and day-to-day operations are handled independently by the franchisee, ensuring a tailored, community-focused approach to each location. The franchise operates in the casual dining restaurant sector, focusing on buffet and a la carte meal services.

The Baker role at Metro Corral Partners, LLC dba Golden Corral, plays a vital part in maintaining the reputation for freshly baked goods that delight guests at every visit. This position is responsible for the preparation of an assortment of baked products, including yeast rolls, cakes, pies, specialty desserts, and other bakery items essential to the buffet’s appeal. A successful Baker ensures every baked item meets quality, freshness, appearance, and taste expectations by meticulously following standardized recipes, portioning, and production guidelines. Attention to detail, culinary skill, and time management are critical for this role to maintain the flow of freshly baked goods throughout service hours, including breakfast bakery preparations on weekends.

This role requires dedication to cleanliness and adherence to health department standards, operational efficiency, and a customer-service-minded attitude. Bakers are expected to contribute to a positive guest experience by being friendly and approachable while assisting guests with baked goods selections. The position’s responsibilities extend beyond simply baking; it includes ensuring that all bakery production aligns with Golden Corral's buffet production system, guaranteeing quality and shelf-life standards are maintained consistently. Overall, the Baker is an essential member of the kitchen team, committed to operational excellence, food safety, and guest satisfaction. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a passion for baking, attention to detail, and an eagerness to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Although specific salary details and employment type are not provided, this role offers a chance to join a well-respected brand in the casual dining industry, with a supportive team environment that values quality and customer experience.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a bakery or food production environment preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Willingness to follow health and safety regulations
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Good communication skills
  • Flexibility to work weekends and varied shifts

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in baking or a related culinary field
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow recipes and production guidelines accurately
  • Good attention to detail and time management skills
  • Friendly and courteous attitude toward guests
  • Ability to work weekends and flexible hours
  • Basic math skills for portioning and measurements

Job Duties

  • Prepares hand-made yeast rolls, cakes, pies, specialty desserts and other baked items
  • Prepares breakfast bakery items on weekends to meet production needs
  • Completes use and follows the buffet production system to ensure quality and shelf life compliance
  • Ensures that every product in the bakery is always fresh, tasty, visually appealing and hot, when appropriate
  • Maintains quality by preparing all products following Golden Corral recipes and standards
  • Maintains proper portioning and recipe yields
  • Follows the Bakery and Dessert Café Production Guide
  • Is friendly and courteous to guests and assists them with baked goods
  • Knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery
  • Performs duty roster and meets cleanliness, service, and quality standards
  • Follows local health department laws

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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