Cashier

Tacoria - Jersey City; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Tacoria - Jersey City is looking for a friendly team member to provide excellent customer service, take food and beverage orders, and ensure a welcoming front-of-house experience.

You will operate the cash register, handle payments, answer menu questions, assemble simple orders, keep the counter clean, and coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure accurate, timely service while adhering to food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Friendly, helpful customer service skills.
• Basic math and cash handling accuracy.
• Ability to multitask in a busy setting.
• Team player with reliability.
• Willingness to learn POS equipment.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and take orders.
• Process payments and operate the POS.
• Answer questions and make recommendations.
• Assemble beverages and packaged items.
• Keep front counter and dining area clean.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely orders.
• Handle escalations with management if needed.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Position Summary:

Provides friendly, efficient customer service while accurately processing orders and payments in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Ensures a clean and welcoming front-of-house experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet customers and take food and beverage orders
• Operate the cash register and handle cash, card, and mobile payments
• Answer menu questions and make recommendations
• Assemble simple orders (drinks, sides, packaged items)
• Maintain cleanliness of the counter, dining area, and beverage stations
• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely orders
• Handle customer concerns or escalated issues to management
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines

Required Skills:

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Basic math and cash-handling accuracy
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Teamwork and reliability
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous cashier or food service experience
• Familiarity with POS (point-of-sale) systems
• Flexible availability (evenings, weekends, holidays)

Work Environment:

• Standing for long periods
• Busy, fast-paced setting
• Exposure to food prep and kitchen areas

Compensation: Minimum Wage