Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $15.75 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
flexible scheduling
Free Meals
Opportunities for advancement
Stable work schedule and pay
Job Description
Golden Corral is a well-established casual dining restaurant chain renowned for its all-you-can-eat buffet, featuring an extensive variety of American cuisine. With a strong commitment to quality, freshness, and customer satisfaction, Golden Corral offers a welcoming and family-friendly atmosphere where guests can enjoy delicious and freshly prepared meals at great value. The brand prides itself on delivering a memorable dining experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation, presentation, and customer service. As an independently owned and operated franchise, this particular Golden Corral location upholds these principles with a hands-on approach to quality control and guest satisfaction, ensuring that every dining experience meets the expectations of both the company and its patrons.
The Food Prep Person role at Golden Corral is integral to maintaining the freshness and presentation of the restaurant's Cold Choice Buffet, a signature feature that highlights the quality and variety of the foods offered. This position primarily focuses on the preparation of fresh fruits and vegetables, involving tasks such as cutting, slicing, and peeling to ensure that all produce meets the high standards set by Golden Corral. The Food Prep Person is responsible for following recipe specifications precisely, managing inventory to minimize waste, and ensuring that all items are properly labeled, stored, and rotated for optimal freshness and safety. The role also involves collaboration with buffet attendants to keep the buffet fully stocked and clean throughout meal periods.
In addition to food preparation, the individual in this role must uphold stringent cleanliness standards in all prep areas, including coolers, equipment, and dry storage, which directly contribute to operational excellence and compliance with health department regulations. They must maintain an organized workspace and diligently complete their assigned duties on the roster to ensure smooth operations. The Food Prep Person also plays a vital role in guest service by assisting with administrative tasks and helping guests during busy meal times, demonstrating a commitment to a positive dining experience.
This full-time or part-time position offers flexible scheduling, free meals, opportunities for advancement within the company, a stable work schedule, and competitive pay. Applicants should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, teamwork, and food safety are paramount. Golden Corral is committed to providing a positive workplace culture where employees can develop their skills and grow their careers in the hospitality industry. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about food preparation and guest service who seek a role with clear responsibilities and the chance to make a direct impact on the quality of the dining experience.
The Food Prep Person role at Golden Corral is integral to maintaining the freshness and presentation of the restaurant's Cold Choice Buffet, a signature feature that highlights the quality and variety of the foods offered. This position primarily focuses on the preparation of fresh fruits and vegetables, involving tasks such as cutting, slicing, and peeling to ensure that all produce meets the high standards set by Golden Corral. The Food Prep Person is responsible for following recipe specifications precisely, managing inventory to minimize waste, and ensuring that all items are properly labeled, stored, and rotated for optimal freshness and safety. The role also involves collaboration with buffet attendants to keep the buffet fully stocked and clean throughout meal periods.
In addition to food preparation, the individual in this role must uphold stringent cleanliness standards in all prep areas, including coolers, equipment, and dry storage, which directly contribute to operational excellence and compliance with health department regulations. They must maintain an organized workspace and diligently complete their assigned duties on the roster to ensure smooth operations. The Food Prep Person also plays a vital role in guest service by assisting with administrative tasks and helping guests during busy meal times, demonstrating a commitment to a positive dining experience.
This full-time or part-time position offers flexible scheduling, free meals, opportunities for advancement within the company, a stable work schedule, and competitive pay. Applicants should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, teamwork, and food safety are paramount. Golden Corral is committed to providing a positive workplace culture where employees can develop their skills and grow their careers in the hospitality industry. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about food preparation and guest service who seek a role with clear responsibilities and the chance to make a direct impact on the quality of the dining experience.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in food preparation or related field preferred
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to handle knives and kitchen equipment safely
- Must comply with local health and safety regulations
- Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Physical stamina to perform repetitive tasks and lift moderate weight
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen environment preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Good communication skills to assist team members and guests
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Basic math skills for inventory management
Job Duties
- Prepares prep items according to Golden Corral product specifications and recipes
- Maintains a standard inventory of prep items according to the Prep Production Guide and updates the guides as directed by management
- Ensures optimum yield of products through the product cycle
- Labels, dates, and rotates all bulk produce and prepped items
- Ensures all food items are in approved, covered storage containers
- Completes use and follows the buffet production system to ensure quality and shelf life compliance
- Notifies the manager of any discrepancies such as food spoilage, invoice errors, excessive waste, or products that do not meet specifications
- Assists the buffet attendant in maintaining a full, clean buffet
- Cleans, maintains, and organizes prep area including cooler(s), equipment, and dry storage
- Performs duty roster and ensures cleanliness, service, and quality standards are met
- Knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery
- Follows local health department laws
- Performs administrative tasks and helps guests during meal periods
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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