Cashier

Ember Custom Event Planning & Catering LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local catering and event planning company in Buffalo is seeking a Cashier / Front of House Associate. You'll deliver efficient service, process transactions, greet and assist guests, and maintain a welcoming environment. Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to multitask in a busy setting are key. Prior food service experience is preferred. This role primarily involves weekday daytime shifts, adapting between a high-volume cafeteria and a café setting.

Qualifications

• Previous cashier or food service experience preferred.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Professional, polished demeanor.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed during peak service times.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Reliable and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process transactions using POS system.
• Greet guests professionally and provide attentive service.
• Answer menu questions and direct guests as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of cashier stations.
• Restock grab-and-go items and assist with front-of-house support.
• Balance cash drawer and follow proper cash-handling procedures.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen and café teams during peak periods.
• Adapt service approach based on environment.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Cashier experience

Attention to accuracy

Professional demeanor

Multitasking

Team-oriented mindset

Reliability

Job description

Overview

The Cashier / Front of House Associate is responsible for delivering accurate, efficient, and professional service across both Ember Kitchen and Café 257. This role supports daily cafeteria and café operations by processing transactions, assisting guests, and maintaining an organized and welcoming front-of-house environment. Team members in this position are cross-trained to work seamlessly between the high-volume cafeteria service line and the lobby-facing café, adapting their service style to each space while upholding Ember Kitchen’s standards of professionalism and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process transactions using POS system
• Greet guests professionally and provide attentive service
• Answer menu questions and direct guests as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of cashier stations
• Restock grab-and-go items and assist with front-of-house support
• Balance cash drawer and follow proper cash-handling procedures
• Communicate clearly with kitchen and café teams during peak periods
• Adapt service approach based on environment (cafeteria vs. café)
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards

What We’re Looking For

• Previous cashier or food service experience preferred
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail
• Professional, polished demeanor
• Ability to multitask and stay composed during peak service times
• Team-oriented mindset
• Reliable and punctual

Schedule & Work Environment

• Primarily weekday daytime shifts
• Rotating between high-volume cafeteria service and lobby café environment
• Professional office-building setting