Cashier

The Claremont Colleges Services; United States; On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,240; Part time

Job summary

The Claremont Colleges Services in Claremont, CA, is seeking a part-time Cashier responsible for greeting guests and handling payments efficiently. You will ensure a positive customer experience while managing cash transactions accurately.

This role requires strong communication skills, basic math, and the ability to work in a fast-paced food service environment. The position offers competitive pay, with hourly rates ranging from $19.00 to $20.50 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and communicate meal-period rates.
• Willingness to work a rotating schedule, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, reach, and lift up to 50lb.

Responsibilities

• Ensure signage and menus are properly displayed before opening.
• Greet every customer with a smile, answer menu questions, and swipe IDs for payment.
• Count cash sales, complete reconciliation worksheet, and deposit cash.

Skills

Basic mathematics

Strong oral and written communication skills in English

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Knowledge of safe working methods for food service

Job description

Claremont, CA – Cashier

Position Overview

Under direct supervision, the Cashier greets all College guests, swipes student/faculty/staff IDs for payments, processes cash payments, communicates about the menu, and implements the College policies concerning take‑out meals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure signage and menus are properly displayed before opening.
• Maintain a neat cashiers desk and count cash in the register, verifying opening balance.
• Greet every customer with a smile, answer menu questions, and swipe ID cards for payment using the card system.
• Process cash payments, provide accurate change, and operate the cash register accurately.
• Wipe down tables and chairs during and after the meal period.
• At close of meal, count cash sales, complete reconciliation worksheet, deposit cash, and obtain manager signature.
• Assist dining‑services workers with wiping tables, restocking cereal bins, beverages, condiments, salt & pepper shakers, and paper supplies per schedule.
• Report unsafe conditions and assist in kitchen duties (salad/pantry and main entrée sections) as needed.
• Sweep or mop floor to address spills.
• Participate in training sessions and assist in training other staff members.
• Support the College’s Principles of Community and Institutional Values in all duties.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematics and ability to count money and give change.
• Ability to learn and communicate meal‑period rates.
• Knowledge of safe working methods and procedures for food service.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Willingness to work a rotating schedule, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, stoop, twist, stretch, reach, and lift up to 50lb. from floor to waist level without assistance.
• Prolonged ability to work on feet.

Education & Experience

Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability.

Licenses & Certifications

Current California Food Handler’s Card.

Schedule & Compensation

Regular part‑time (24hrsperweek), 12‑month, non‑exempt, benefits‑eligible position. Scheduled hours are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 11:30am‑8pm (hours may vary). Hourly rate range: $19.00–$20.50, depending on experience, education, and other factors.

Other Requirements

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance; wear hair restraints in accordance with California Health and Safety Code §113969.
• Meet reasonable accommodation requirements as needed.
• Physical ability to lift, push, pull up to 50lb., stand and walk for extended periods.

Employment Information

At‑Will Employment. No supervisory responsibility. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.