Event Producer

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
  
  

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

About You

• You are energized by making other people's jobs easier
• You have no trouble managing logistics behind the scenes
• Organization & punctuality are your superpowers
• You are obsessed with organized workflow and the freedom it brings
• You enjoy making sure every 'i' is dotted and every 't' is crossed
• You like being exceptionally good at what you do
• You are a hospitality pro interested in learning more about the catering business
  
  

The Event Producer works in conjunction with the Event Sales Coordinator to organize and distribute event details once an event is sold. Their main purpose is to achieve the client's vision.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Create the pack list for events--determine what supplies are needed based on client selections and crosscheck with the needs of other events on the calendar
• Schedule rentals for items that we do not own or are not available
• Print and distribute detailed event packets to team members
• Be on site at events as the event manager from setup through dinner service with keen eyes on event logistics (on average, you will be working 25-30 weekends a year, mainly during the peak seasons)
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• 2+ years hospitality experience
• Catering or event planning experience a plus
• Excellent customer service skills
• Fine-tuned organizational skills
• Computer/technology savvy
• Experience using a CRM a plus
• Experience using AllSeated or Total Party Planner (TPP) a plus
  
  

The Good Stuff!

• $45k (potential for up to $60k with incentives)
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 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 staff lunch every weekday
• Employee discounts across all Trolley Hospitality brands
  
  

If you are in any of the following or similar positions, APPLY TODAY! Come join a company that is truly dedicated to making a career for you.

• Administrative Assistant
• Night Auditor
• Logistics Specialist
• Office Manager
• Banquet Coordinator
• Concierge
• Executive Assistant
• Operations Coordinator
• Project Assistant