Golden Corral

Kitchen Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $33,300.00 - $53,300.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and development programs
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Golden Corral is a renowned company in the restaurant industry known for its buffet-style dining experience. With a reputation for providing a wide variety of quality food options, Golden Corral operates numerous locations across the United States, serving customers who expect delicious meals combined with excellent service. The company emphasizes high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and customer satisfaction, all while maintaining efficient operations in a fast-paced environment. Golden Corral prioritizes staff training and development, ensuring that every team member is equipped to uphold their commitment to exemplary guest experiences and operational excellence. Joining Golden Corral means becoming part of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Completion of a high school diploma
  • Two to three years of management experience in a high volume restaurant
  • Ability to stand and walk for periods of 2-5 hours without a rest break
  • Capability to lift and carry moderate to heavy loads (10 to 25 pounds or more)
  • Ability to bend and reach overhead
  • Willingness to work approximately 60 hours per week
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision
  • Experience with task sequencing and complex administrative duties
  • Comfort with heavy customer contact and working in environments with cooking equipment and slippery surfaces

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of the Golden Corral Kitchen Manager in Training program
  • Two to three years of management experience in a high volume restaurant with diversified menu offering
  • Degree in hospitality preferred
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to train and develop staff
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to manage food and labor costs effectively
  • Experience with inventory control and scheduling

Job Duties

  • Achieve all company standards for products, recipes, cleanliness and service times in restaurant using Golden Corral systems
  • Achieve all local, state and federal health and sanitation standards
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies including the code of ethics
  • Ensure Restaurant Operations Improvement Process standards are met in the back of the house
  • Control food costs by ordering, receiving, storing and producing all food products according to Golden Corral specifications and production guides
  • Maintain food product inventory levels in accordance with Golden Corral guidelines
  • Achieve period and annual budgeted food, labor and controllable costs in all areas of production operations through planning, scheduling and executing the Golden Corral Operating Systems
  • Achieve excellent food quality by ensuring back of the house co-workers properly prepare recipes to Golden Corral specifications and follow build-to’s for excellent execution
  • Ensure the co-workers are following the appropriate menu matrix and achieving standards for productivity
  • Take inventories and report smallwares order requirements including utensils, pans, chemicals, etc. to General Manager according to guidelines in Operations Manual
  • Ensure standards for preventive maintenance on equipment are followed for the back of the house
  • Maintain proper staffing levels for the cook, hot cook, utility, meat cutter, prep, hot bar attendant by developing and achieving goals to maintain standards in the areas of recruitment, selection, Fast Pass for Success training and retention of talented co-workers
  • Work with the GM to ensure the back of the house is covered on days off
  • Select, develop, train and reward crew leaders/trainers, a-team members and certified assistant managers who consistently achieve exemplary standards of performance in their daily work
  • Conduct training on and implement any new standards, recipes or system changes when they are transmitted to the field
  • Schedule quarterly meetings with kitchen co-workers
  • Perform performance appraisals and disciplinary counseling sessions with kitchen co-workers in areas of responsibility as outlined in Administrative Guide
  • This includes submitting any pay change or special recognition recommendations to the General Manager
  • Perform other functions that may be necessary to ensure guests receive a pleasurable dining experience

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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