Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Free Meals
Job Description
Golden Corral is a well-established national restaurant company operating across five states, recognized for its casual dining and family-style buffet experience. With a commitment to delivering high-quality dining options through a vast buffet featuring over 140 items, this company attracts hundreds of guests each meal period who seek both variety and flavor in a welcoming environment. The restaurant prides itself on fostering a caring culture, where the success and satisfaction of both its employees and guests are paramount. Golden Corral emphasizes the growth and development of its team members by providing robust training programs and opportunities for career advancement, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about the food service industry.\n\nThe Kitchen Manager role at Golden Corral is a vital position within the restaurant’s operational framework. It requires an energetic and friendly individual who can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting. This role is ideal for someone who loves cooking and enjoys working in an open kitchen atmosphere where interaction with guests adds to the positive workplace energy. The Kitchen Manager oversees food production and back-of-house operations by utilizing Golden Corral’s standardized products, recipes, and procedures to maintain excellence in food quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction. This position also demands strong organizational skills to manage the chaotic environment that comes with running a buffet of this scale and complexity. As part of the management team, the Kitchen Manager holds significant responsibilities including managing food safety, labor, and overall restaurant operation tasks especially in the absence of the General Manager and Hospitality Manager. This role not only involves operational oversight but also requires the ability to motivate and lead the kitchen staff to deliver consistent, high-quality dining experiences that meet company standards. Golden Corral provides a supportive work environment that empowers its managers to exceed guest expectations while pursuing their professional and personal goals, underlining the company’s dedication to fostering long-term careers in the hospitality industry.
Job Requirements
- Strong stable work history
- Management experience in a high-volume casual dining or family-style restaurant
- Successful completion of Golden Corral's paid 12-week management training program
Job Qualifications
- Management experience in a high-volume casual dining or family-style restaurant
- Successful completion of Golden Corral's paid 12-week management training program
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proven capability to maintain food safety and quality standards
Job Duties
- Manage food production and back-of-house operations using Golden Corral products and recipes
- Ensure food quality, safety, and cleanliness standards are maintained
- Organize and manage the buffet environment efficiently
- Supervise labor and scheduling in collaboration with management
- Support restaurant operations in the absence of General Manager and Hospitality Manager
- Lead and motivate kitchen staff to deliver high-quality guest experiences
- Enforce adherence to company procedures and operational systems
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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