Deli Associate - (Lynnhaven)

Trolleyhouseva; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Employee Shift Meal

Discounts at all Trolley House units

Job summary

Trolley Hospitality Companies is seeking a Deli Associate for our Lynnhaven location in Virginia Beach. You will take orders, run the cash register, answer the phone, and assist with salad and sandwich prep in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

Responsibilities include stocking, expediting orders, helping with catering, opening/closing duties, and maintaining front-of-store cleanliness. Base pay $14-15 per hour with a tip pool that typically adds to earnings.

Qualifications

• Food service experience preferred.
• Able to follow directions and work independently.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package salads and sandwiches according to recipes.
• Take orders, run the cash register, and assist customers.
• Answer the phone and assist with catering inquiries and orders.
• Expedite orders to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures and store cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service

Cash register experience

Food prep experience

Team player

Reliability

Tools

POS system

Job description

Schedules available for Monday thru Friday between 3pm to 9:00pm

Located near the Lynnhaven Mall (2701 N Mall Drive Suite 107, Virginia Beach, VA 23452)

About Us:

Winners of Hampton Roads 2026 Top Workplaces

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 like to stay busy and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• 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 work for a growing company that values its employees.

How You Will Make an Impact:

We are looking for a Deli Associate for our Lynnhaven 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:

• Food service experience preferred
• Able to follow directions and work independently
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Experience running a cash register or food prep a plus
• Reliable transportation

The Good Stuff:

• Base pay $14-15/hr with tip pool averages between $16-18/hr
  • Part-Time:
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Free Employee Shift Meal
    • Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services and vending items in our warehouse
    • Crunch Gym Membership Discount

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!