Deli Associate (Downtown Norfolk)

Trolleyhouseva; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays, PTO, & Floating Holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans

401(K) retirement plan and company match after 1 year

Company paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Free Employee Shift Meal

Discounts at Trolley House Hospitality companies

Job summary

A local deli in Norfolk is seeking a Deli Associate for full-time or part-time work. Responsibilities include food preparation, cashier duties, and customer service. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a food service role and effective communication skills. The position offers competitive pay starting at $13/hr with tips and various benefits, including insurance and paid holidays for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience, preferably in a food service setting.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Experience running a cash register is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package salads and sandwiches according to set recipes.
• Greet customers with a warm and welcoming attitude.
• Operate the cash register and POS system to process transactions.
• Assist customers over the phone by providing information and suggestions.
• Participate in opening and closing procedures, including cleaning.

Skills

Customer service experience

Food prep experience

Experience running a cash register

Effective verbal communication skills

Reliable transportation

Job description

GREAT SCHEDULE - Full Time or Part time Available: Monday thru Friday from 10:00am to 2:30pm, No Weekends!

Downtown Deli Location (482 E Main St, Norfolk)

About Us:

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!

How You Will Make an Impact:

We are looking for a Deli Associate for our Downtown Norfolk location. Depending on your assigned station, you may be responsible for taking orders, running the cash register, answering the phone, expediting orders, or salad and sandwich preparation. Some typical tasks would be:

• Salad & Sandwich Prep
  • Stock stations with ingredients and refill as needed; portion out sides into containers.
  • Prepare and package salads and sandwiches according to set recipes.
• Customer Service/Cashier
  • Greet customers with a warm and welcoming attitude.
  • Assist walk-in customers with information and suggestions about menu items and catering offerings.
  • Operate the cash register and POS system to process transactions efficiently and accurately.
  • Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues promptly and professionally.
  • Responsible for wiping down tables, refilling the ice and syrup in the soda dispenser, and general cleanliness of the front of the store.
  • During down times, prep paper goods (catering boxes, sandwich paper, stickers for containers, etc.) as well as par out salad dressings and sauces.
• Customer Service/Phones
  • Assist customers over the phone by providing information and suggestions about menu items and catering offerings and taking orders.
  • During down times, prep paper goods (catering boxes, sandwich paper, stickers for containers, etc.) as well as par out salad dressings and sauces.
• Expediting
  • Pull orders together, ensuring the food is up to standard and correct condiments and paper goods are included.
• All Staff
  • Participate in opening and closing procedures, including doing dishes, mopping, replenishing paper items in the bathroom, taking out trash, and miscellaneous tasks assigned by the manager.
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth operations, including stepping in to other roles, as needed.

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 $13/hr with tip pool averages between $15-18/hr
  
  • Full-Time:
    • Paid holidays, PTO, & 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
    • 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

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!