Pantry Chef

Job Description: Pantry Chef

The Pantry Chef is responsible for ensuring that all items on the Hot Choice Buffet meet the standards set for taste, quantity, freshness, and quality. They pay close attention to working quickly, maintaining cleanliness, organizing effectively, and adhering to product specifications.

Food Production:

• Adheres to Golden Corral's guidelines and recipes when preparing Carving and Display Cooking items for the Hot Choice Buffet menu.
• Grills all items according to the standards set by Golden Corral to guarantee quality consistency.
• Maintains a commitment to serving fried items that are always freshly cooked and hot.
• Should the Buffet Attendant be unavailable, it is the Cook's duty to replenish the items on the Display Cooking Station.
• If the Carver is not around, they assist patrons in choosing from the assortment of carved meat offerings.
• Complete utilization and adherence to the buffet production system to maintain quality standards and ensure shelf life conformity.

Operational Excellence:

• Maintains the temperature of all items appropriately as they are cooked, held, and served.
• Uses the Hot Choice Buffet Production Guide and the Display Cooking Hot Cook Production Guide to oversee the inventory of all hot cook items effectively.
• Organizes the opening and closing of administrative operations.
• Ensures the upkeep of machinery is in accordance with the Equipment Maintenance manual.
• Adheres to the first-in, first-out method when restocking and rotating food inventory.
• Assesses product quantities and aligns them with the Manager's build-to expectations at the onset and completion of each shift.

Cleanliness:

• Checks and cleans the Hot Cook area and small cooking tools, ensuring they meet sanitation requirements.
• Coordinates the duty schedule and assures adherence to cleanliness, service, and quality standards.
• Adheres to the provisions outlined by the local health department.
• Ensure the char grill is consistently clean and free of contaminants to maintain sanitation and product quality.

Guest Service:

• Maintains the freshness and warmth of Hot Choice Buffet products, including Display Cooking varieties, to ensure guest contentment.
• Is aware of and obeys the tasks assigned regarding just-in-time delivery.
• Extends a welcoming and courteous approach to visitors while assisting them in choosing products.
• Sustains a level of professionalism in all forms of communication.

As an organization that values diversity and inclusivity, we provide employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic recognized by law.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Golden Corral Corporate.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Golden Corral hire for buffet-style dining operations?

A) Yes, employees support buffet service and dining room flow.

Q) Are food replenishment duties part of the job?

A) Yes, staff monitor and restock buffet stations.

Q) Do kitchen roles involve large-batch cooking?

A) Yes, meals are prepared in high-volume batches.

Q) Are dining room attendants required?

A) Yes, roles include table clearing and guest assistance.

Q) Are weekends peak workdays?

A) Yes, weekends typically experience the highest traffic.