General Summary
Under the direction of the Food Service Supervisor, on an assigned shift, the Cashier will be responsible for operating the cash register for the food service operation. The Cashier will take food orders, serve food, stock the front end, and maintain a clean serving line. The Cashier will assist in planning, supervising, and reviewing the work of subordinates engaged in preparation, cooking, serving food, kitchen maintenance, and working the cash register. The role requires flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Greet guests in a friendly, professional manner.
- Receive and process all payment methods for restaurant guest checks courteously and efficiently.
- Settle all guest checks in the computer system and maintain accountability for all financial transactions.
- Maintain complete knowledge of point‑of‑sale systems and procedures.
- Set up and organize the workstation with designated supplies, forms and resource materials; maintain cleanliness at all times.
- Answer telephone using correct salutation and telephone etiquette.
- Handle guest complaints with follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Perform duties necessary to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and related areas.
- Operate the cash register and reconcile the cash drawer at the end of shift.
- Communicate satisfactorily with guests, management and co‑workers, and work as a team member.
- Remain stationary at assigned post for extended periods of time.
- Know and practice basic safety and sanitary standards.
- Compute mathematical calculations and prioritize, organize and follow up.
- Provide training and assistance to new cashiers/workers.
- Maintain monthly, weekly and daily report transactions.
- Assume leadership in the absence of the Food Services Supervisor.
- Maintain concentration and think clearly in a noisy environment with high pedestrian traffic.
- Participate on college committees as assigned.
- Adhere to the college dress code; maintain a neat, clean appearance and manner.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- High School diploma or GED.
- 6–12 months experience in Food Service or a substantially equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Good organizational skills and the ability to work well with the public.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing for reports and information exchange.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Ability to work weekends and/or evenings.
Preferred Requirements
- An Associate Degree.
- Knowledge of tribal college student services issues.
- Excellent oral communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Special Considerations
- Ability to speak the Muscogee (Creek) language is preferable but not a requirement.
- Native American and veteran preference.
Special Requirements
- Regular exposure to extreme temperature changes, odors and loud noises.
- Must be able to bend, lift, stoop.
- Lift above shoulders and/or carry 50 pounds.
- May perform shift work.
- Willing to wear and maintain uniforms, including head covering.
- Hepatitis A & B shots required.
Licensure/Certifications
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Safe Food Handling and Sanitation Certification.