Seasonal Catering Event Staff

About Us 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 – be the solution Transparency and honesty – no BS About You You are energized by helping others celebrate important events Providing excellent customer service brings you joy Attention to detail is your superpower You seek out opportunities to leave it better than you found it You're not afraid to learn from your mistakes You're looking for a flexible evening/weekend seasonal position Event Server Assist in all aspects of set‑up and break‑down, including lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Serve guests with a dedication to taking care of details to ensure they have everything they need. Become familiar with the catering menu and answer customer questions concerning food being served. Maintain a courteous and well‑mannered demeanor throughout the event. Event Bartender Review the event worksheet before arriving – be knowledgeable about the event you are working, timeline, bar type, food, etc. Help unload the vehicle and set up the bar area and appropriate glassware, including lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds. During the event, prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to guests, answer questions about drink ingredients and make suggestions for different types of beverages and cocktails. Verify that all guests served alcohol are of the legal drinking age. At the end of the event, clean up the bar area; pack all beer and wines back into the appropriate boxes. Assist with the general breakdown of the event. Event Captain Responsible for the safe transport of food, drinks, and equipment to event venue. Manage all aspects of the event including set‑up, serving meals and beverages, and take‑down, including lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Carry out the Sales Event Coordinator's plan for the event and be able to adapt to different venues when determining how to set up and organize service flow. Lead a team of co‑captains, servers, and bartenders. Maintain good communication with the event host. Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise. Create an environment that supports and develops the members of your team. The Good Stuff $16–24 per hour depending on position + gratuities Discounts at all Trolley House Hospitality companies Flexible scheduling – perfect for someone looking for a second job! Salary $16 – $19 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr