Deli Associate

Trolley Hospitality Companies, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee shift meal

Employee discounts

401k matching after first year

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Gourmet Gang, the deli division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, in Richmond, VA, seeks part-time team members for the James Center Deli (1051 E Cary St). Enjoy a great Monday–Friday schedule from 10:00am to 2:00pm, with no weekends. Base pay $14–$15/hr plus a tip pool averaging $16–$18/hr.

Food-prep knowledge and customer service are valued, with cash register experience a plus. Join a growing company that values its employees.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in food service.
• Knowledge of food and preparation methods.
• Willing to learn and improve processes.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to guests.
• Assist with food preparation and prep stations.
• Operate the cash register and handle transactions.
• Follow directions and work independently.
• Help maintain a clean and organized deli area.

Skills

Customer service

Food prep

Cash handling

Verbal communication

Independent work

Tools

Cash register

Job description

• GREAT SCHEDULE - Monday thru Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm, No Weekends!***
• James Center Deli Location (1051 E Cary St, Richmond, VA 23219)***

• GREAT SCHEDULE - Monday thru Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm, No Weekends!***
• James Center Deli Location (1051 E Cary St, Richmond, VA 23219)***

About Us

• Winner of Richmond 2026 Top Workplaces Award***

Gourmet Gang is the deli division of Trolley Hospitality Companies, a Richmond-based hospitality group serving the greater Richmond and Hampton Roads regions.

With seven gourmet lunch bistros, we're known for creative, handcrafted menus and top-quality ingredients that keep guests coming back.

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

• Providing excellent customer service brings you joy.
• You are knowledgeable about food and comfortable talking about preparation methods and ingredients.
• You seek out opportunities to 'leave it better than you found it.'
• You are not afraid to acknowledge and learn from your mistakes.
• You want to be a part of a growing company that values their employees.

What You Bring To The Table

• Customer service experience, preferably in a food service setting
• Food prep experience
• Experience running a cash register a plus
• Able to follow directions and work independently
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Reliable transportation

The Good Stuff

• Base pay $14-15/hr with tip pool averages between $16-18/hr
• Part-Type:
  • 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

Need some extra cash?!?

Opportunities available to train and become certified as a Gang Server, Bartender, or Setup/Take Down Crew and be added to our Catering Staff. Work a couple events, make some tips, and earn some extra money....WE ALL WIN!

Salary: $14 - $18 per hour