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Hot Cook

Golden Corral Corporation
Golden Corral Corporation Salary
Ruther Glen, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/5/2026
Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks


Our franchise organization, BOTH Inc Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly HOT COOKS to join our team!

  • Part-time and Full-time positions
  • PM shifts - must be able to work WEEKENDS
  • Flexible Shifts
  • Pay based on experience
  • FREE all you can eat buffet meal every shift
  • Performance raises
  • Advancement opportunities
  • No experience – no problem – we will train


Our Hot Cooks are responsible for the quality, quantity, tastiness, and freshness of all Hot Choice Buffet products. The Cook pays special attention to speed, cleanliness, organization, and product specifications.

Food Production:

  • Prepares all hot buffet products according to Golden Corral recipes and procedures.
  • Using the oven, steamer, roaster, smoker, grill, and fryer, the Cook prepares all items according to Golden Corral standards to ensure quality.
  • Ensures that every product is always fresh and hot.
  • If the Buffet Attendant is unavailable, the Cook restocks the items at the Display Cooking Station.
  • Complete use and following of the buffet production system to insure quality and shelf life compliance.


Operational Excellence:

  • Maintains the correct temperature of all products during cooking, holding and serving.
  • Uses the appropriate production guide to maintain an inventory of all hot cook products.
  • Conducts opening and closing administrative procedures.
  • Properly maintains equipment according to the Equipment Maintenance manual.
  • Restocks and rotates food products by using the first-in, first-out method (FIFO).
  • Takes inventory of products and checks build-to with the Manager at the beginning and end of each shift.


Cleanliness:

  • Ensures that that cooking areas and all small wares are clean and checks dishes for cleanliness before using them.
  • Performs duty roster and ensures cleanliness, service, and quality standards are met. .
  • Follows local health department laws.
  • Keeps all cooking equipment, utensils and equipment clean and operational to ensure product quality and sanitation.


Guest Service:

  • Ensures that cooked foods are always hot and fresh for the guests.
  • Knows and follows position responsibilities as they relate to just-in-time delivery.
  • Is friendly and courteous to guests and assists them with the products.
  • Maintains professional communication at all times.


Position requires standing and walking 3 to 4 hours without a rest break. Regular, moderate-to-heavy (20-50 lbs.) lifting and carrying; bending and reaching is required. Work environment requires the use of tools such as tongs and spatulas and a forceful grip is required for the use of these tools. Work setting is within the restaurant with employee exposed to temperature extremes.

Thank you for your interest in Golden Corral. Upon completion of your online application, you may be directed to complete an additional online questionnaire that is specific to the position in which you are applying.

The job opening listed on this page has been posted by an independent franchisee of Golden Corral Corporation. Golden Corral Corporation does not hire or employ any individuals at this franchise location. The franchisee will make all decisions with respect to applications for the position listed on this page. The name of the franchisee appears in this job posting. All questions concerning this job opportunity should be directed to the franchisee.

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 franchisee, and not to Golden Corral Corporate.

Salary : $15 - $16

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