Cashier (Cajera)

Felipe's Taqueria; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

401(k) with Company Match (up to 4%)

Supportive, Team-Oriented Workplace

Growth Opportunities in Fast-Casual

Job summary

Felipe's Taqueria in New Orleans is hiring a friendly Cashier (Cajera) to join our fast-paced team. This role offers full-time and part-time opportunities with great benefits and growth potential in a casual dining setting.

You will handle guest questions, guide through the menu, enter orders into the POS, process payments, and keep the cash drawer organized while coordinating with kitchen and bar teams to ensure smooth service.

Qualifications

• Friendly, outgoing personality and excellent customer service.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Accurate order entry and payment processing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Restaurant or cashier experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a warm, friendly smile.
• Guide guests through the menu and ingredients.
• Enter orders into the POS system and process payments.
• Maintain an organized cash drawer.
• Coordinate with kitchen and bartenders to keep service moving.
• Assist guests with catering and events and general restaurant questions.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Friendly personality

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Tools

POS system

Job description

Cashier (Cajera) – Join the Felipe's Team!

Full-Time & Part-Time | Fast Hiring | Great Benefits | Fun, Fast-Paced Environment

Paid Vacation

401(k) with Company Match (up to 4%)

Supportive, Team-Oriented Workplace

Opportunities to Grow in a Fast-Casual Restaurant

If you're friendly, detail-oriented, and love working with people, Felipe's is the place to bring your energy and shine.

About the Role

At Felipe's, our Cashiers are known as Cajeras. They are the first smile our guests see and play a vital role in creating an outstanding dining experience. You'll help guests through our cafeteria-style service line, answer menu questions, process orders accurately, and keep the restaurant running smoothly.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with people, providing exceptional hospitality, and thriving in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

What You'll Do

Welcome every guest with a warm, friendly smile

Guide guests through the menu and answer questions about ingredients, pricing, portions, and dietary options

Recommend favorites like chips, guacamole, drinks, and desserts

Accurately enter orders into the POS system and process payments

Maintain an organized and accurate cash drawer

Portion chips, guacamole, salsa, dressings, and other items

Keep the cashier station clean, stocked, and organized

Work closely with the Burrito Line Team, Kitchen Team, and Bartenders to keep service moving efficiently

Assist guests with catering, events, and general restaurant questions

Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures

What We're Looking For

Friendly, outgoing personality

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Positive attitude and team-first mindset

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Restaurant or cashier experience is a plus but not required

Shift Availability

Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts

Weekend availability preferred

Why Felipe's

For over 19 years, Felipe's has served scratch-made, small-batch Mexican food and hand-squeezed Key Lime Margaritas across New Orleans and Southwest Florida.

We're passionate about great food, genuine hospitality, and creating opportunities for our team to grow. Whether you're starting your restaurant career or taking the next step, Felipe's is a place where you can learn, develop, and succeed.