Cashier

Aubergine Kitchen; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

PTO

Referral program

Job summary

Aubergine Kitchen in Mesa, AZ is seeking a part-time Cashier to join our Front of House. The role involves greeting guests, guiding them through the menu, and inputting orders into Toast POS with accuracy, while maintaining friendly service during high-volume shifts.

Shifts are Monday through Saturday 4pm–9pm, with weekends required and Sundays closed. You must be 18+, able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs, and complete Aubergine’s onboarding and Food Handler Certification

Qualifications

• Full English fluency required.
• Hospitality instincts and warm, welcoming demeanor are essential.
• Experience in quick-service or restaurant settings preferred but not required.
• Onboarding completion and Food Handler Certificate within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly, guide them through menu choices, and input orders with accuracy.
• Maintain clean, visually appealing counter areas and ensure order accuracy.
• Handle guest recovery calmly and follow up to confirm satisfaction.
• Collaborate with kitchen and floor staff during peak periods.

Skills

English fluency

Hospitality

Guest service

Communication

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

AUBERGINE KITCHEN

Cashier

Front of House - Counter

Reports To: Customer Service Manager / GM

Shift: Monday-Saturday 4pm-9pm |Shifts include weekends | Closed Sundays

Job Type:Part-Time

Pay: $16

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Full English fluency required - non-negotiable for this role; genuine warmth and hospitality instincts are the other non-negotiable.
• Speed and accuracy in a high-volume environment; composure with difficult guests; curiosity to know the menu deeply.
• 18+; prior customer-facing restaurant experience preferred, not required.
• Completes Aubergine's onboarding program; Food Handler Certificate within 14 days of hire (company-supported).
• Available 3-5 shifts/week incl. weekends/holidays (closed Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, July 4th).
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift/push/carry up to 50 lbs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Guest Interaction & Order Accuracy

• Greet every guest with genuine warmth, guide them through the menu confidently, and suggest add-ons based on what they're actually ordering.
• Input every order into Toast POS accurately and efficiently; catch errors before they reach the kitchen; answer the phone professionally.

Counter Standards & Guest Recovery

• Keep the counter, display case, and self-service station clean, stocked, and visually professional at all times.
• Own guest recovery when something goes wrong - stay calm, resolve it, elevate when needed, and follow up to confirm satisfaction.

Team Contribution

• Communicate clearly with the kitchen for order accuracy and smooth handoffs; support the floor during peak periods without being asked.
• Night shift cashiers assist with closing duties: cleaning, restocking, and a full front-of-house check.

BENEFITS

• Employee discount
• PTO
• referral program.