Food Truck Cook

About Hardywood

Our mission and core values are the foundation of our value-based leadership approach, guiding every decision and action. By upholding our commitment to quality, innovation, integrity, safety, and sustainability, we foster a workplace where every team member is empowered to contribute meaningfully, ensuring both individual and collective success.

• Safety:
  Cultivate a safe, welcoming environment for employees & customers.
  • Celebrate diversity and inclusivity by creating a safe and inviting environment and considering and being respectful of all perspectives.
  • Promote responsible consumption.
  • Take personal responsibility for yourself and others.
  • Recognize the dangers and train accordingly.
• Quality +
  
  Innovation: Strive to consistently create the most sought-after beverages in our industry.
  • Be open to change.
  • Delight our customers with a world-class experience.
  • Remember, details matter.
  • Pursue continued improvement.
• Integrity:
  Do the right thing when nobody’s looking, even when it’s hard.
  • Treat others like you want to be treated.
  • Be honest.
  • Hold yourself & others accountable.
• Sustainability:
  Operate in a manner that ensures the ongoing success of all stakeholders.
  • Model environmental stewardship.
  • Consider financial impact in decision-making.
  • Push yourself while knowing your limits.
  • Cultivate happiness for you & others.

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, and shareables, as well as the potential for a range of catered options for special/private events.

• 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, 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.

• 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.
• Serv Safe Certification a plus.
• Must be available to work at least 1 day per weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday).

• 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.

• 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

• This position is a full time, 40 hour a week, hourly position
• Starting for this position is $13/hr, plus gratuity

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.