Catering Line Cook

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick time

Vacation

Floating holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(K) retirement plan with company-m/

Company paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free employee shift meal

Discounted gym membership

Discounts at Trolley House Hospitality

Job summary

Groovin' Gourmets, the catering division of Trolley Hospitality, in Richmond, VA, is seeking cooks for full-time and part-time shifts. You will work in our scratch kitchen, helping the Chef by washing, chopping, weighing, garnishing, and plating dishes for events.

We value team players who are on time, neat, and dedicated to high-quality presentation. Flexible schedules and event support at on-site venues are available; health and retirement benefits are provided for eligible positions.

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

• 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.

Skills

Kitchen terminology

3+ years kitchen experience

Catering experience

Neat appearance

Lift up to 50 pounds

Team player

Punctuality mindset

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