Catering Line Cook

Trolley Hospitality Companies; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid Holidays

Vacation time

Floating Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(K) retirement plan and company fit

Life Insurance and Short-Term Discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym Membership Discounts

Free Employee Shift Meal

Discounts at all Trolley House Hosp.

Job summary

Groovin' Gourmets, the catering division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, is seeking a Catering Cook in Norfolk, VA. You will assist in a scratch kitchen, performing prep, cooking, and plating for on-site events and occasional off-site catering.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years kitchen and catering experience, with a neat appearance and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Schedule is Sunday-Thursday 8AM-4PM; full-time or part-time options available.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of kitchen terminology.
• 2+ 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 40-50 hours on weekdays and weekends

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Schedule Sunday-Thursday 8AM-4PM

Skills

Kitchen terminology

Catering experience

Professional appearance

Team player

Job description

About Us

*** Winner of Hampton Roads 2026 Top Workplaces Award ***

Schedule Sunday-Thursday 8AM-4PM***

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.
• Schedule Sunday-Thursday 8AM-4PM

Catering Cook Skills And Experience

• Basic knowledge of kitchen terminology
• 2+ 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 40-50 hours on weekdays and weekends
• For part-time, flexible scheduling on weekdays and weekends

The Good Stuff!

• $18-$20/hr depending on experience
• Company paid Holidays, Vacation time, & 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)
• Gym Membership Discounts
• Free Employee Shift Meal
• Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services and vending items in our warehouse

Salary: $18 - $20 per hour