Catering Cook ( Ricomond)
Trolley Hospitality Companies
| Company | Trolley Hospitality Companies |
| Category | Uncategorised |
| Location | Richmond |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 13 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
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