Lead Line Cook - Trolley Hospitality Companies

About us:

Parterre is a quaint restaurant located on the historic grounds of the Linden Row Inn where we serve an approachable southern cuisine with a New Orleans twist. Our restaurant is a part of Trolley Hospitality Companies, a locally owned company that was awarded one of the Top Workplaces by the Richmond Times-Dispatch three years running.

At Trolley, we understand that our success is driven by the dedication and passion of our employees and together we strive to fulfill our company's mission of delivering happiness to our customers, our community, and our employees. We hope you will join us!

Values we live by:

• No excuses
• Do the right thing
• Can-do attitude
• Always growing
• Help first-be part of the solution
• Transparency and honesty-no BS

Please visit our website at www.trolleyhouseva.com to learn more!

About you:

• Producing beautifully prepared dishes brings you joy.
• You have a natural awareness of inventory and are proactive in reducing waste.
• You have a true desire to lead and be a part of a successful team.
• You enjoy the 'all hands on deck' mentality of a small kitchen.
• You pride yourself on efficiently executing prep lists.
• You like to stay busy and thrive in a high stress, fast-paced environment.
• You are not afraid to acknowledge and learn from your mistakes.
• You are an experienced line cook who wants more variety and responsibility.

Line Cook Expectations:

• Prepare and cook foods of all types for normal breakfast/lunch/dinner service and for special guests and functions according to the Executive Chef's specifications.
• Determine the schedule of production necessary to ensure timely preparation and delivery of food services.
• Utilize set portion sizes and basic meal preparation procedures.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food on the line.
• 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.
• Participate in inventory management of food, beverage, and supplies.
• Record production or operational data on specified forms, such as, prep list, waste logs, and cleaning schedule.

Line Cook Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years of Line Cook experience
• 1+ years supervisory experience
• Top notch communication skills
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Neat and professional appearance
• Be able to lift up to 50lbs
• ServSafe certification a plus

Line Cook Benefits:

• $18-$20/hr
• Paid holidays and 96 hours of PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available
• 401(K) retirement plan and company match after 1 year of employment
• Voluntary supplemental insurance plans through Colonial Life available
• Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies including catering services, Parterre restaurant, and vending items in our warehouse