Catering & Café Cook - Trolley Hospitality Companies

***Great Schedule - Monday-Friday from 7am - 3pm***

About Us:

Trolley Eats is the high-energy, team oriented, corporate dining division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, a local Richmond based hospitality company. Trolley was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces by the Richmond Times-Dispatch for three years running.

We understand that our success is driven by the dedication and passion of our employees and together we work to fulfill our purpose of delivering happiness to our customers, our community, and our employees. We hope you will join us!

Our Values - The Trolley Way:

• No excuses
• Do the right thing
• Can-do attitude
• Always growing
• Help first--be part of the solution
• Transparency and honesty-no BS

Please visit our website at www.trolleyhouseva.com to learn more!

About you:

• Producing beautifully prepared dishes brings you joy.
• You are a team player with responsible approaches to work and skill development.
• You believe that being on time means being five minutes early.
• You appreciate a clean workspace and seek out opportunities to "leave it better than you found it."
• You pride yourself on finishing tasks quickly and efficiently.
• You are willing to acknowledge mistakes and learn from them.

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Catering Cook works closely with the Executive Chef to prepare dishes and meals from scratch for onsite catered events at a large office complex in the Innsbrook/Short Pump area. While specializing in catered events, this position also supports the culinary team with food preparation and cooking for the onsite café. Some typical tasks include:

• Preparing a wide range of dishes according to set recipes, including hors d'oeuvres, entrees, side dishes, desserts, and special dietary items.
  
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including washing and sanitizing kitchen tools, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Follow food safety protocols by labeling, dating, and storing food products correctly.
• Assist in the setup and breakdown of catering events, including food stations and buffet layouts.
• Support the culinary team during service by preparing garnishes, sauces, and other elements as needed.
• Help with inventory management, including stock rotation and ordering supplies as necessary.
• Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment, as needed.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Previous experience as a cook in a catering or banquet setting a must
• Proficient in various cooking techniques and styles
• Open to ongoing skill enhancement and learning
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Neat and professional appearance
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds

The Good Stuff!

• Starting pay of $20/hr & great work/life balance (M-F from 7am-3pm)!
• 6 paid holidays and 96 hours of PTO a year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match after 1 year of employment
• Discounts at all THC companies, including catering services, Gourmet Gang delis, and vending items in our warehouse