Catering Cook - Trolley Hospitality Companies

About Us:

Groovin' Gourmets is a high-energy, team-oriented, off-premises caterer serving the greater Richmond community and is part of Trolley Hospitality Companies. Each year we serve over 800 weddings, fundraisers, corporate, and social events and continue to be voted one of Richmond's top caterers several years running by Style Weekly and Virginia Living Magazine! We were also 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 are committed to fulfilling 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 our Chefs to prepare dishes and meals from scratch for off-premises catering events and actively participates at these events, assisting with food presentation and managing action stations. 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.
• Travel to off-premises events (most weekends during the busy seasons) to assist with setup, plating food, and action stations (carving, sandwiches, etc.)
• May occasionally fill in as a Line Cook in a restaurant setting.
• Clean, set up, and break down kitchen equipment, appliances, and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functionality.
• Cover, label, and date all food products, and follow all food safety rules for proper storage.
• Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment, as needed.
• Work in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Previous experience as a cook in a catering or banquet setting preferred
• 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
• Flexible scheduling on weekdays and weekends
• Reliable method of transportation to event venues across the greater Richmond area

The Good Stuff!

• Competitive pay and opportunities for growth!
• 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
• Free daily lunch in the breakroom
• Discounts at all THC companies, including catering services, Parterre restaurant, Gourmet Gang delis, and vending items in our warehouse