Hardywood Provisions Line Cook

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Discounted merchandise

Work-life balance

Job summary

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is seeking a Food Truck Cook for our West Creek location to deliver high-quality food and fast, friendly service in a busy brewery environment in Richmond, VA. You’ll prepare a curated menu including burgers and shareables, with catering options for events.

Under the Kitchen Manager, you will maintain safety and cleanliness, operate kitchen equipment, assist with inventory and training, and help with pop-up events at Hardywood’s Richmond/West Creek breweries.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Background in food service, catering, or bakery is a plus.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds and stand for long shifts.
• Fast-paced, high-volume environment with attention to detail and safety.
• ServSafe certification a plus.
• Available to work at least one weekend day.

Responsibilities

• Delight customers with quality food, beverage, and service.
• Prepare and cook burgers, sandwiches, fried foods, and shareables; assist with catering options.
• Operate kitchen equipment; maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety.
• Assist with inventory and training of kitchen staff.
• Support pop-up kitchen events at Hardywood Richmond or West Creek locations.
• Report to the Kitchen Manager and assist with additional tasks as needed.
• Operate the POS and assist customers promptly.

Skills

Oral communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Physical endurance

Safety adherence

ServSafe a plus

Weekend availability

Job description

Description

The Food Truck Cook at Hardywood West Creek is responsible for driving an exemplary reputation for quality food, quick service, and friendly interaction between team members and guests in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Staff will work with direct oversight from the Kitchen Manager to prepare a curated menu consisting of burgers, sandwiches, fried foods, and shareables, as well as the potential for a range of catered options for special/private events.

Responsibilities

• Achieve the objectives of Hardywood's hospitality program to delight our customers with an exceptional food, beverage, and service experience.
• Consistently maintain high quality products through proper technique and recipe adherence.
• Operate and maintain professional grade equipment in a food truck environment with a focus on cleanliness, organization, customer satisfaction, and aesthetic presentation.
• Prepare and cook a range of offerings with a highlight on locally sourced ingredients for a menu consisting of burgers, sandwiches, fried foods, shareables, and a range of catering options.
• Host occasional pop-up kitchen events in outdoor beer gardens at Hardywood's Richmond or West Creek breweries in Spring, Summer, and Fall.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the culinary field, with opportunity for advancement as Hardywood's culinary operations evolve.
• Help maintain proper inventory levels of food ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to other kitchen team members.
• Report to the Kitchen Manager and assist with additional tasks throughout the brewery as needed.
• Operating the POS and helping customers in a timely manner.
• Food preparation and stocking as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment (including but not limited to: dishwashing, sanitizing, following food safety guidelines and state regulations).
• Adhere to opening and closing procedures, safety guidelines, and cleanliness standards as outlined by the Kitchen Manager.
• Keep the food truck and all storage areas clean, organized, and safe.

Qualifications

• Strong oral communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Previous restaurant, catering, or bakery experience is a plus.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Physical requirements include ability to remain on feet and lift 50+ pounds throughout shifts of up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced, high volume establishment while retaining attention to detail and safety.
• ServSafe Certification a plus.
• Must be available to work at least 1 day per weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday).

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Must be able to work on your feet for the duration of a shift.
• Must be able to work outside year round.

Benefits

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement Plan: 401K program
• Accrued paid time off and holidays
• Discounted taproom merchandise and beer
• Work-life balance

Compensation

• This position is a full time, 40 hour a week, hourly position
• $18 per hour, with opportunity for performance-based raises and career advancement

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.