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4.43/5

Out of 7 Golden Corral reviews, 86% were positive.

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Based on 7 ratings

Overall rating
4.4
Management
2.5
Work environment
4.0
Salary and benefits
3.0
Career opportunities
2.8
Diversity and inclusion
3.3
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4.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Jun 2024
Pros of working at Golden Corral

I Love the hours/Shifts & guests are usually nice and fun to serve. Tips are good when it's busy season, of course. It's sooo hard when it's slow. Money & shifts are scarce. So because of that I'm looking for another job as well.

Cons of working at Golden Corral

I love my job. It hurts when guests do not tip, especially when it's slow too. But that's my only con.

Golden Corral benefits

Free meal, all cash tips and we keep all our tips, no tipping out or splitting (unless sharing a party).

What do you like best about Golden Corral's CEO and the leadership team?

They are all great bosses.. they are fair and they run a good business and they always pay us on time and treat us with respect.

How would you improve Golden Corral's culture?

Sometimes everyone can get a little flustered.But that's everywhere at every job occasionally, here's a few of us that can bring everyone back to where we need to be. There's really no need to improve because no one's perfect...but we are about as good as it gets, as for working as a team. I.m.o.

How did you prepare for the Golden Corral interview?

I put on my dress pants and blouse and put my hair up in a nice bun.Did my makeup really nice, like I do everyday, and I prayed before I went in, I went in smiling. Asked if they're hiring, I got an interview on the spot & I was hired on the spot.

How does your compensation at Golden Corral compare to the industry average?

I think it's pretty good when it's busy season.

What's the diversity at Golden Corral like?

Everything's good in that department.

What brings you the most joy at Golden Corral?

Just seeing people enjoy dinner with their family and loved ones and i'm able to be a part of that and make a living as well...nothing better.

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A reddit user wrote a review on Mar 2010
If I showup with someone who pays, what's to stop me from getting a plate and eating whatever I want as if I payed for the buffett too? I mean the only person who knows I didn't pay is busy in the front not even facing me. I could/would sit in a corner away from you. I might even ask for a glass of water or buy a drink just to throw any server/waiter off. Second question: What is the kitchen like? Is everything cooked with good, fresh ingrediants? If you had to cook in a chain restaurant would Golden Corral be it? Last question: Tell me those rolls are not the greatest god damned rolls in the entire history of greatest god damned rolls.

We write the number of people paid for on the receipt, and your server checks it. If they see you eating and they know only one person was paid for they'll tell a manager. The kitchen sounds like a terrible place, people are mean, and it's hot in there all the time, but I'd work in there if I had to. It doesn't seem that hard so yes I'd work in there. The rolls are pretty *** amazing. The butter goes well with it too.

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A reddit user wrote a review on Mar 2010
What's the worst thing a customer can do? What is the worst thing a customer has ever done in your restaurant.

The worst thing anyone can do is just be absolutely rude for no reason. What really makes me mad is when they kind of through the money at the counter instead of handing it to me. Worst thing I've ever seen is just how they treat the restrooms, what happens to civility when people are behind a stall door?

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2.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Feb 2024
Pros of working at Golden Corral

There are a lot of motivated employees willing to help out.

Cons of working at Golden Corral

Management can be very rude, they pull a lot of surprise schedule changes last minute.

How did you prepare for the Golden Corral interview?

I came in with my resumé and talked about my employment history.

How would you improve Golden Corral's culture?

Properly training management, ensuing employees are aware of if they are/aren't reaching goals

What brings you the most joy at Golden Corral?

Helping customers when they're unsure of anything, leading them in the correct directions.

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A reddit user wrote a review on Mar 2010
I love Golden Corral. Are you a specified worker? Like, somebody who's grilling steaks, or works in the bakery area? Or are you just a general employee?

I work on the Line, so I fill drinks, collect money, greet, and seat people.

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5.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Aug 2024
Pros of working at Golden Corral

Great tips

Cons of working at Golden Corral

Supervisor was always upset at someone

Golden Corral benefits

Great customer service. Friendly people

What do you like best about Golden Corral's CEO and the leadership team?

I would like to get to know them

How would you improve Golden Corral's culture?

Better attitude

How did you prepare for the Golden Corral interview?

Showed up on time. Answered every question as honest as I can

How does your compensation at Golden Corral compare to the industry average?

It could've been better

What's the diversity at Golden Corral like?

Great

What brings you the most joy at Golden Corral?

Meeting New people. Making people happy. Great conversations

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2.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Feb 2024
Pros of working at Golden Corral

There are a lot of motivated employees willing to help out.

Cons of working at Golden Corral

Management can be very rude, they pull a lot of surprise schedule changes last minute.

How did you prepare for the Golden Corral interview?

I came in with my resumé and talked about my employment history.

How would you improve Golden Corral's culture?

Properly training management, ensuing employees are aware of if they are/aren't reaching goals

What brings you the most joy at Golden Corral?

Helping customers when they're unsure of anything, leading them in the correct directions.

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5.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Dec 2020
Pros of working at Golden Corral

Fast pace great job and people

Cons of working at Golden Corral

Standing 12 to 14 hour

Golden Corral benefits

Meeting new people daily

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5.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Oct 2020
Pros of working at Golden Corral

Our customers are well taking care of. We work as a team to provide great customer service al the times.

Cons of working at Golden Corral

N/A

Golden Corral benefits

Tips and healthcare coverage

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5.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Mar 2020
Pros of working at Golden Corral

The people I work for and with. I also love interacting with the customers.

Cons of working at Golden Corral

Food can be messy and a pain In the rear sometimes.

Golden Corral benefits

I am a leader (assistant manager). So I am in charge instead of being bossed around b

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A reddit user wrote a review on Mar 2010
If I showup with someone who pays, what's to stop me from getting a plate and eating whatever I want as if I payed for the buffett too? I mean the only person who knows I didn't pay is busy in the front not even facing me. I could/would sit in a corner away from you. I might even ask for a glass of water or buy a drink just to throw any server/waiter off. Second question: What is the kitchen like? Is everything cooked with good, fresh ingrediants? If you had to cook in a chain restaurant would Golden Corral be it? Last question: Tell me those rolls are not the greatest god damned rolls in the entire history of greatest god damned rolls.

We write the number of people paid for on the receipt, and your server checks it. If they see you eating and they know only one person was paid for they'll tell a manager. The kitchen sounds like a terrible place, people are mean, and it's hot in there all the time, but I'd work in there if I had to. It doesn't seem that hard so yes I'd work in there. The rolls are pretty *** amazing. The butter goes well with it too.

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A reddit user wrote a review on Mar 2010
What's the worst thing a customer can do? What is the worst thing a customer has ever done in your restaurant.

The worst thing anyone can do is just be absolutely rude for no reason. What really makes me mad is when they kind of through the money at the counter instead of handing it to me. Worst thing I've ever seen is just how they treat the restrooms, what happens to civility when people are behind a stall door?

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The national average salary for a Golden Corral employee in the United States is $27,656 per year or $13 per hour. Employees in the top 10 percent can make over $47,000 per year, while employees at the bottom 10 percent earn less than $16,000 per year.

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9.6
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