Catering Cook

Trolleyhouseva; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays & vacation

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Employee Shift Meal

Discounted gym membership

Staff discounts across Trolley House

Job summary

Groovin' Gourmets, the catering division of Trolley Hospitality Companies in Richmond, is hiring both full-time and part-time Catering Cooks. You will join a scratch kitchen environment, support the chef, and help plate and serve at events across the Richmond area.

We value teamwork, a can-do attitude, and a commitment to food safety. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and be available to work 30-50 hours for full-time or flexible with weekends for part-time.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of kitchen terminology
• 3+ years kitchen experience
• Previous catering cooking experience is a plus
• Neat and professional appearance
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• For full-time, able to work 30-50 hours on weekdays and weekends
• For part-time, flexible scheduling on weekdays and weekends

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef in preparing dishes in our scratch kitchen by washing, chopping, weighing, and garnishing ingredients.
• Clean, set up, and break down kitchen equipment and work areas to maintain cleanliness.
• Label and date all food products and follow food safety rules for proper storage.
• Occasionally work on-site at events to plate food and operate stations (carving, sandwiches, etc.).
• Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment as needed.
• Maintain steady adherence to food safety guidelines.

Skills

Kitchen terminology

Kitchen experience

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

***Full-Time & Part Time positions available! Saturday Shifts Required***

About us:

*** Winner of Richmond 2026 Top Workplaces Award***

Groovin' Gourmets is the catering division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, a Richmond-based hospitality group serving the greater Richmond and Hampton Roads regions. We specialize in delivering fresh, chef-crafted meals and seamless service for corporate functions, weddings, and social events of all sizes.

Our commitment to quality extends beyond the food--we believe our success starts with our people. Driven by a shared purpose of delivering happiness to our customers, community, and team, we focus on fostering a supportive and positive workplace where everyone's contributions are valued. We hope you will join us!

Our Values - The Trolley Way:

• No excuses
• Do the right thing
• Can-do attitude
• Always growing
• Help first
• Transparency

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

About you:

• You were that kid who always wanted to help mom in the kitchen.
• You have a natural appreciation for not only how things taste but how they look.
• Producing beautifully prepared dishes brings you joy.
• You are a team player with responsible approaches to work.
• 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 make mistakes and learn from them.

Catering Cook Expectations:

• Help our Chef prepare dishes and meals in our scratch kitchen by washing, chopping, cutting, weighing, and mixing ingredients and garnishing finished dishes.
• 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.
• Most of your time will be spent in our catering kitchen but there will be occasional events we will need your on-site to plate food and work action stations (carving, sandwiches, etc.)
• Wash pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other cooking equipment, as needed.
• Work in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines.

Catering Cook Skills and Experience:

• Basic knowledge of kitchen terminology
• 3+ years kitchen experience
• Previous catering cooking experience is a plus
• Neat and professional appearance
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• For full-time, able to work 30-50 hours on weekdays and weekends
• For part-time, flexible scheduling on weekdays and weekends

The Good Stuff!

• $18-$21/hr depending on experience
• Full-Time:
  
  • Paid holidays, Sick Time, Vacation, & Floating Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available
  • 401(K) retirement plan and company match after 1 year of employment
  • Company paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Employee Shift Meal
  • Discounted Gym membership plan
  • Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services and vending items in our warehouse

• Part-Time:
  
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services and vending items in our warehouse
  • Free Employee Shift Meal
  • Part-time employees who work at least 1,000 hours a year are eligible for 401k matching after the first year