200 Employees to Start New Career at New Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Ribbon Cutting for New Golden Corral on Wednesday, December 18 at 4 p.m.
The opening of Las Vegas’ first Golden Corral Buffet and Grill at 1455 S. Lamb Blvd. (near E. Charleston Blvd.) this week means two hundred valley residents have new jobs and steady paychecks.
The restaurant officially opens to the public on Thursday, December 19 at 10 a.m. A ribbon cutting and dinner with local dignitaries is scheduled for Wednesday, December 18.
Workforce Connections’ One-Stop Career Center helped hire all two hundred employees for this new restaurant at no cost to the job seeker or Golden Corral, as part of its mission to connect skilled job seekers with employers looking to grow or expand.
WHAT: Ribbon Cutting at New Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
WHEN: Wednesday, December 18, 2013 at 4 p.m.
WHERE: 1455 S. Lamb Blvd. (near E. Charleston Blvd.)
WHO: Clark County Commissioner Lawrence Weekly, Workforce Connections Executive Director Ardell Galbreth, Workforce Connections Board Chair Hannah Brown, Golden Corral Franchise Owner Robert Lopez and new employees.
After the ribbon cutting, invited guests will enjoy dinner at Golden Corral.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill opens to the public on Thursday, December 19 at 10 a.m.
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
One-Stop Career Center is a one-of-a-kind collaboration in Nevada of government, education, and non-profit partners conveniently located under one roof to effectively distribute and maximize federal funds earmarked for in-demand job training, education and employment initiatives. By creating a true one-stop environment to enhance availability and access to resources, One-Stop turns jobseekers into skilled employees who can contribute to the local economy while providing employers in Southern Nevada the necessary tools retain and grow their workforce.
The One-Stop Career Center is located at 6330 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 190, and is open to the public Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone: (702) 822-4200.
About Workforce Connections: Authorized by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA), Workforce Connections is part of a national network of local boards tasked with creating workforce talent that keeps the nation competitive. Workforce Connections serves Clark, Lincoln, Nye and Esmeralda counties, coordinating job development and career pathway building to maximize the potential of the Southern Nevada Workforce. Workforce Connections distributes funds earmarked for training, apprenticeships and other viable approaches designed to produce qualified employees who fulfill current needs and supply future capacity in emerging fields. We work with relevant agencies and organizations to connect those looking for a job with the best resources available so that they can make a difference in their own lives.
About Golden Corral: Founded in 1973, privately held Golden Corral Corp. is headquartered in Raleigh, N.C. Theodore M. Fowler Jr. serves as its president and chief executive officer. Golden Corral currently has 496 restaurants in 40 states. The company’s vision is to be the leader in the family restaurant segment by making pleasurable dining affordable for every guest, at every restaurant, every day. Golden Corral restaurants nationwide have long been strong supporters of the U.S. Military and the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Golden Corral helped raise more than $1 million for the DAV in 2013 as part of its annual “Military Appreciation Monday” initiative. For more information on Golden Corral, visit www.goldencorral.net.